THE ROLE OF HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGY IN IMPROVING PATIENT SAFETY
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Keywords
Healthcare technology, Patient safety, Electronic health records, Telemedicine, Medication management systems, Patient monitoring devices.
Abstract
Healthcare technology plays a crucial role in improving patient safety by enhancing the quality of care and reducing medical errors. This review article explores the various ways in which healthcare technology contributes to patient safety, including the use of electronic health records, telemedicine, medication management systems, and patient monitoring devices. The integration of these technologies into healthcare systems has led to significant improvements in patient outcomes and overall healthcare delivery. Additionally, the article discusses the challenges and barriers associated with the implementation of healthcare technology and provides insights into potential strategies to overcome these obstacles. By analyzing current research and case studies, this review highlights the importance of leveraging technology to ensure patient safety in healthcare settings.
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Amal Ahmed Alqadi, Haytham Abdulsalam Nasrulden, Al Abdulmohsen, Mohammed Hashem A, Al Suliman, Mohammed Abdulkarim M, Mohammed Saleh Butayban, Ahmed Taher Al Sayafi, Shada Morshed Alharbi, Wedad Ayed Al Mutari, Dalia Salem Sageer, Alfashkhi , Ebtihal Abdrabalnabi A, Saud Ramadan Alzahrani, Ali Mohammad Hantool, Huntul, Yahya Mousa M, & Sharahili, Naif Ahmed M. (2022). THE ROLE OF HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGY IN IMPROVING PATIENT SAFETY. Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, 29(04), 2341-2349. https://doi.org/10.53555/jptcp.v29i04.5364
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Amal Ahmed Alqadi
Nurse PHC _ MOH Alahsa, Saudi Arabia.
Haytham Abdulsalam Nasrulden
Critical care specialist King Faisal hospital in makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Al Abdulmohsen, Mohammed Hashem A
Nurse Al-Qadisiyah PHC Al hassa, Saudi Arabia.
Al Suliman, Mohammed Abdulkarim M
Radiology King Faisal general hospital Alhofuf, Saudi Arabia.
Mohammed Saleh Butayban
Laboratory technician Medical care laboratory/ blood donation in othaim mall -alahsa, Saudi Arabia.
Ahmed Taher Al Sayafi
Nursing Diploma Maternity and Children's Hospital, Saudi Arabia.
Shada Morshed Alharbi
Family medicine specialist Albawadi 1 PHC center, Saudi Arabia.
Wedad Ayed Al Mutari
dental assistantAl majid primary health care center jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Dalia Salem Sageer
Nursing assistants, Al-aziziah children hospital Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Alfashkhi , Ebtihal Abdrabalnabi A
Nurse Dharan Eye Specialist Hospital Aldhahran, Saudi Arabia.
Saud Ramadan Alzahrani
Radiology Technologist Dammam Medical Complex , Saudi Arabia.
Ali Mohammad Hantool
Radiology technologist Dammam medical complex, Saudi Arabia.
Huntul, Yahya Mousa M
Radiology technologist Samtah General Hospital, Saudi Arabia.
Sharahili, Naif Ahmed M
Radiology technologist Ahad Almsaraha General Hopital, Saudi Arabia.
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Amal Ahmed Alqadi, Haytham Abdulsalam Nasrulden, Al Abdulmohsen, Mohammed Hashem A, Al Suliman, Mohammed Abdulkarim M, Mohammed Saleh Butayban, Ahmed Taher Al Sayafi, Shada Morshed Alharbi, Wedad Ayed Al Mutari, Dalia Salem Sageer, Alfashkhi , Ebtihal Abdrabalnabi A, Saud Ramadan Alzahrani, Ali Mohammad Hantool, Huntul, Yahya Mousa M, & Sharahili, Naif Ahmed M. (2022). THE ROLE OF HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGY IN IMPROVING PATIENT SAFETY. Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, 29(04), 2341-2349. https://doi.org/10.53555/jptcp.v29i04.5364