ECRI out with 10 deadly healthcare technology hazards for 2017.

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ECRI out with 10 deadly healthcare technology hazards for 2017.

November 23, 2016

Monegain B. Healthcare IT News. November 7, 2016.

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This news article discusses findings of an annual consensus report identifying health care technology hazards likely to be associated with accidental patient harm. Key concerns highlighted include inadequate sterilization of reusable instruments and smart pump programming errors.

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