Point-of-care systems are currently being used in health care facilities. Which is an advantage of the point-of-care systems to the patients? Select all that apply
a. Immediate access to decision support systems
b. Rapid accurate charging of services to patients
c. Faster discharge
d. Documentation at the bedside
e. Documentation at the time of care
A, D, E
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Correct The use of PDAs and other point-of-care equipment provides the health care provider with immediate access to the patient records and other decision support systems.
PDAs and other point-of-care equipment also are more accurate as well as convenient because all the documentation can occur at the bedside and at the time that care is provided.
PDAs and other point-of-care equipment also are more accurate as well as convenient because all the documentation can occur at the bedside and at the time that care is provided.
Incorrect Rapid accurate charging of services to patients is not one of the advantages.
Faster discharge is not one of the advantages.
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