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. 2014 Jun 2;2(2):e26. doi: 10.2196/mhealth.3215

Table 1.

Scanning attempt criteria for barcode-enabled medication administration (BCMA) and near field communication-enabled medication administration (NFCMA) systems.

BCMA NFCMA
Successful scan attempt Successful scan attempt
Barcode scanner activation via button without a scan registering Failed scan sound
Intentional barcode scanner manipulation Intentional tablet manipulation (tapping or sliding) near NFC tag without a scan