Wireless technologies and patient safety in hospitals.

Justin Boyle

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Wireless technologies and patient safety in hospitals.

July 12, 2006

Boyle J. Telemed J E Health. 2006;12(3):373-82.

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The author discusses various wireless devices and their possible impact on safety, providing recommendations for safe distances from medical equipment.

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