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Patient care systems. Point-of-care revolution.

M F Stefanchik

    Computers in Healthcare
    |March 10, 1991
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Point-of-care (POC) systems are increasingly seen as essential in healthcare settings. However, slow market growth persists due to challenges in cost justification and return on investment, despite steady interest.

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    Area of Science:

    • Health Informatics
    • Healthcare Technology Adoption

    Background:

    • Interest in bedside information systems, specifically point-of-care (POC) systems, is consistently growing.
    • Purchasers increasingly perceive POC systems as inevitable acquisitions, shifting from an 'if' to a 'when' consideration.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze trends in the adoption of point-of-care systems.
    • To identify factors influencing the market growth of bedside information systems.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of three "Computers in Healthcare" surveys focusing on point-of-care technology.
    • Trend analysis of market adoption and influencing factors.

    Main Results:

    • Steady and increasing interest in bedside information systems is evident.

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  • Cost justification and return on investment (ROI) remain significant barriers to market growth.
  • Nursing executive support is identified as a critical factor for successful implementation.

    • Conclusions:

    • While adoption intent is high, market expansion for POC systems is constrained by financial considerations.
    • Strategic support from nursing leadership is crucial for overcoming adoption hurdles and driving market growth.