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The effect of computerized provider order entry systems on clinical care and work processes in emergency departments: a systematic review of the quantitative literature.
Georgiou A, Prgomet M, Paoloni R, et al. The effect of computerized provider order entry systems on clinical care and work processes in emergency departments: a systematic review of the quantitative literature. Ann Emerg Med. 2013;61(6):644-653.e16. doi:10.1016/j.annemergmed.2013.01.028.
Although use of computerized provider order entry (CPOE) is increasingly widespread, implementation in the busy environment of the emergency department (ED) is still relatively new. This systematic review of the effectiveness of CPOE in the ED found that, consistent with other systematic reviews, it did reduce medication prescribing errors. However, few studies assessed the effect of CPOE on clinician workflow, and there was no clear impact on patient safety. The unique patient safety issues in the ED are discussed in an AHRQ WebM&M perspective.
