[A computerized questionnaire to the anaesthetic record (author's transl)]

Area of Science:

• Anesthesiology
• Medical Informatics
• Healthcare Administration

Background:

• Anesthesia departments require efficient methods for data collection and reporting.
• Manual data retrieval from anesthesia records can be time-consuming and prone to errors.
• Accurate annual reports are crucial for departmental assessment and resident training.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and implement a streamlined questionnaire for anesthesia record-keeping.
• To facilitate the computation of yearly reports for the entire anesthesia department and individual residents.
• To improve the efficiency and accuracy of anesthesia data retrieval.

Main Methods:

• A questionnaire was designed and implemented in the anesthesia department of Kreiskrankenhaus Donaueschingen.
• Data collection occurred over the years 1978 and 1979.
• A data retrieval program was based on various anesthetics and techniques recorded.
• A single punch card system was utilized for data input.

Main Results:

• The questionnaire enabled simple and time-saving computation of annual anesthesia reports.
• The use of a single punch card resulted in a small error rate.
• Coding could be performed by anesthesiologists or nurse anesthetists, eliminating the need for additional personnel.

Conclusions:

• The developed questionnaire provides an efficient and accurate method for anesthesia data management.
• This system simplifies the generation of comprehensive annual reports for anesthesia departments.
• The approach reduces administrative burden and enhances the usability of anesthesia records.