BAR CODING SYSTEMS: IMPLEMENTING

Course overview

Bar coding systems (BCS) reduce patient identification errors, can help to reduce adverse healthcare events, and promote patient safety. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding about implementation of a bar coding system, including what must be done in preparation for system implementation, how to implement the system, and the importance of effective system implementation. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.