Role of Technology (#10)

After working in the hospital, I realize the importance of technology, but I also experienced the frustration of working it! With that said, I still am convinced that technology has greatly influenced the realm of healthcare. For example, medications are better managed between the pharmacy and the nurse through the medication administration record (MAR). Another example is that through the technology of scanning a patient and scanning their meds, the billing department is able to keep a better record of what to charge the patient for. And to an even greater extent, what about all the machines for screening and performing all the much needed invasive procedures? It takes education and training to operate the devices seen in the health system. However once it's learned, they benefit greatly in regards to time and ease...hopefully. =) And in regards to education, what would we do without our laptops and powerpoint presentations during class. Furthermore, one can take online classes, allowing for a degree to be obtained at home! Oh technology. What would we do without it? How did people live without it?? With that said, I have really enjoyed the opportunity to blog and read about my fellow classmates' experiences. I feel like I am a part of everyone's clinical group as a result. =)