Table 1-4
Mistake-Proofing the Design of Health Care Processes -
Table 1.4. Medical examples of control functions
Effect | Prevent Error | Detect Error |
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Forced control | Pre-mix scald anti-scald valve For a detailed description, go to Chapter 5, Example 5.2e. | Infant abduction sensor locks the exit in case of an abduction For a detailed description, go to Chapter 8, Example 8.1. |
Shut down | Medical gas connectors with indexing pins For a detailed description, go to Chapter 7, Examplexample 7.8. | Bloodloc™ For a detailed description, go to Chapter 5, Example 5.4A. |
Warning | Computerized physician order entry For a detailed description, go to Chapter 8, Example 8.9. | Esophageal intubation detector For a detailed description, go to Chapter 5, Example 5.6. |
Sensory alert | Broselow® Tape For a detailed description, go to Chapter 7, Example 7.1. | Sign your site For a detailed description, go to Chapter 7, Example 7.11. |