Table 5.
Summary of Findings from Present and Previous Studies on Barriers to the Use of Computerized Clinical Reminders
Barriers | Facilitators |
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1. Coordination issues between nurses and providers | 1. Limiting the overall number of reminders at a site |
2. Satisfying reminders while not with the patient8 | 2. Improving the location of the computer workstations |
3. Workload8,9 | 3. Improving integration of reminders into workflow |
4. Lack of flexibility, false alarms8,9 | 4. Ability to document problems and receive prompt feedback |
5. Poor usability9 | |
6. Training8,9* | |
7. Accessibility issues9† | |
8. A perception that administration benefits more than providers9* |
Not observed in present study.
Partially supported in present study.