Technological methods used to prevent errors aren't infallible.

John P Santell

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Technological methods used to prevent errors aren't infallible.

January 24, 2007

Santell JP. Mater Manag Health Care. 2006;15(12):26-30.

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The author discusses the role that human error plays in the failure of technological solutions employed to minimize medical mistakes.

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