Analyzing computer based patient records: a review of literature.

A wide-ranging literature review of computer-based patient record (CPR) implementation over the past decade reveals that clinical, workflow, administrative, and revenue enhancement benefits of the CPR outweigh barriers and challenges--but only if healthcare organizations redesign certain work processes. Among other key efforts, organizations must train and motivate users to navigate CPR systems, as well as develop a common structured language. Clinicians who used CPRs found that electronic access to clinical information saves time and provides a thorough and efficient way to manage patient information.

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