Here are four observations:
1. Identification issues, inconsistency in information and lost data are the three main problems associated with unsafe EHR use, according to the guide.
2. The guide recommends healthcare professionals set aside a specific viewing place for patient identification to decrease the possibility of misidentifying patients.
3. Healthcare professionals may also consider adding warning prompts to double-check before inputting information into a specific patient’s chart.
4. The NIST believes healthcare professionals need to address the problem of poorly designed EHR systems to enhance patient safety.
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