Implementing a wireless network of PDAs in a hospital setting

Turner, Phil; Milne, Garry; Kubitscheck, Manfred; Penman, Ian; Turner, Susan

doi:10.1007/s00779-004-0322-7

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“…al, [12]. Wireless enabled devices that would not interfere with clinical facilities and satisfied the medical devices governance requirements 34 would enable data collection within complex clinical environments and work has been carried out in this area [13].…”

Section: Location Trackingmentioning

confidence: 99%

Location based semantic annotation for ward analysis

Weal

Michaelides

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et al. 2009

Proceedings of the 3d International ICST Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare

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Abstract-Semantic annotation has been used to combine varied information sources -gathered as unobtrusively as possibleand produce enhanced tools for working with digital resources. In this paper we describe trials carried out using a location tracking system and Semantic Web annotation technologies to analyse activities in a simulated ward environment. The motivation for semantic annotation of the space will be outlined along with the practicalities of the location based tracking system. The integration of location, annotations and video information will be discussed together with the technologies and approaches applicability to use in a real ward environment.

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Section: Location Trackingmentioning

confidence: 99%

Location based semantic annotation for ward analysis

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Michaelides

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et al. 2009

Proceedings of the 3d International ICST Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare

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“…On the other hand, Infrared communication does not carry any risk of interference, but it has a narrow bandwidth and reduces range. Using PDAs with wireless connectivity does not have any EI with medical equipment including pacemakers [10,14].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Firstly, the data security strategy is focused on the security of PDA functionalities, in particular clinical-log and communication functions. Secondly, the data security strategy emphasises data security of the PDA device itself, the so called "physical data security of PDA" [14,15].…”

Section: ) Data Security and Information Privacy A) Data Securitymentioning

confidence: 99%

A Feasibility of Incorporating PDAs into Problem-Based Learning Approach to Medical Education: An Overview

Luanrattana

Win

Fulcher

2010

2010 IEEE 24th International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications Workshops

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This paper explores the feasibility of incorporating personal digital assistants (PDAs) into problem-based learning (PBL) approach in medical education. Method: Database searched was conducted by using relevant keywords. From 1,317 relevant journal articles, 489 articles (37%) are related to the use of PDAs in medical settings, medical education and aspects regarding PDA use in both areas. The appropriate materials were input into NVivo 7 for analysis. Results: Five PDA functionalities (clinical-log, reference, personal information management, communication and special functions) and 8 factors (data security and information privacy, interoperability, scalability and network connectivity, education and training, technology comfort, electromagnetic interference, social acceptance, and maintenance and support) for the incorporation of PDAs into PBL-medical curriculum were identified. Conclusion: A little is known whether PDAs can be incorporate at the beginning of medical study in particular to a PBL-medical curriculum at the University of Wollongong (UOW). Therefore the further study is to determine whether PDAs, their functionalities and influence factors are feasible to deploy into medical education and how possible they can be incorporated to medical education at the UOW. Disciplines Physical Sciences and Mathematics

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“…PDAs can be used as personal information management (PIM) systems, data entry tools and storage devices [1,3], and other user-defined purposes [4]. Various ways for data to be entered are touch screen (using a stylus), attachable keyboard, and voice recognition.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…To effectively the use PDAs in a healthcare organization, they need to be integrated into the existing organization systems and connected into the network for communication and data sharing [4]. The three major advantages of incorporating PDAs into healthcare organizations, particularly in busy units, are: 1) to deliver essential clinical information to physicians and healthcare staff wherever and whenever they need, 2) physicians being able to order any medical test at their finger tips, and 3) the use of PDAs provides the opportunity for physicians to record their medical notes or create referral letters by using the voice recording function within the PDA [4].…”

Section: Pdas In the Healthcare Professionsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Use of Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) in Medical Education

Luanrattana

Win

Fulcher

2007

Twentieth IEEE International Symposium on Computer-Based Medical Systems (CBMS'07)

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A systematic review of how the personal digital assistants (PDAs) have been used in healthcare professions and medical education has been conducted in order to identify current usage of PDAs in both areas. The major aim of this research is to study the feasibility of incorporating PDAs into problem-based learning (PBL) medical education. A systematic review was conducted by exploring various databases on the use of PDAs in two major areas: the healthcare professions and medical education during the period [2000][2001][2002][2003][2004][2005][2006]. Results: The needs, patterns and functionalities of using PDAs in the medical profession have been identified and categorized into different areas. What remains is to how to best incorporate PDAs into a PBL approach to medical education at the University of Wollongong. Disciplines Physical Sciences and Mathematics Publication DetailsThis conference paper was originally published as Luanrattana, R, Win, KT, Fulcher, J

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Implementing a wireless network of PDAs in a hospital setting

Cited by 20 publications

References 7 publications

Location based semantic annotation for ward analysis

Location based semantic annotation for ward analysis

A Feasibility of Incorporating PDAs into Problem-Based Learning Approach to Medical Education: An Overview

Use of Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) in Medical Education

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