The state of the evidence for computerized provider order entry: a systematic review and analysis of the quality of the literature.

Charlene Weir; Nancy Staggers; Shobha Phansalkar

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The state of the evidence for computerized provider order entry: a systematic review and analysis of the quality of the literature.

February 11, 2009

Weir C, Staggers N, Phansalkar S. Int J Med Inform. 2009;78(6):365-74.

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This review analyzes research on the impact of computerized provider order entry and recommends that future studies enhance design and improve measurement techniques.

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