Examining Perceptions of Computerized Physician Order Entry in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Computerized provider order entry (CPOE) is a technology with potential to transform care delivery. While CPOE systems have been studied in adult populations, less is known about the implementation of CPOE in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and perceptions of nurses and physicians using the system.

Objective

To examine perceptions of clinicians before and after CPOE implementation in the NICU of a pediatric hospital.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey of clinicians working in a Level III NICU was conducted. The survey was distributed before and after CPOE implementation. Participants were asked about their perception of CPOE on patient care delivery, implementation of the system, and effect on job satisfaction. A qualitative section inquired about add

SUBMITTER: Beam KS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6241742 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature