| Title | Computer-supported weight-based drug infusion concentrations in the neonatal intensive care unit. |
| Author(s) | Giannone G. |
| Source | Comput Inform Nurs, Vol. 23, No. 2, Pages 100-105 |
| Publication Date | Mar/Apr 2005 |
| Abstract | This article addresses the development of a computerized provider order entry (CPOE)-embedded solution for weight-based neonatal drug infusion developed during the transition from a legacy CPOE system to a customized application of a neonatal CPOE product during a hospital-wide information system transition. The importance of accurate fluid management in the neonate is reviewed. The process of tailoring the system that eventually resulted in the successful development of a computer application enabling weight-based medication infusion calculation for neonates within the CPOE information system is explored. In addition, the article provides guidelines on how to customize a vendor solution for hospitals with neonatal intensive care unit. |