The use of multimedia computer-based patient records in ambulatory care

The use of a multimedia computer-based patient record (CPR) within ambulatory care is a topic that has not achieved widespread understanding or acceptance. However, if the topic is divided into its parts, multimedia and computer-based patient record, it reflects both highly recognizable and desirable goals that most health care organizations are undertaking. Multimedia technology is quickly maturing. In addition, the goal of attaining a CPR is of primary interest to most health care organizations. It is inevitable that these two technologies will eventually become synergistic. This article presents the case for a multimedia ambulatory CPR and describes one example of this happy marriage.