The hospital is specifically using the technology in patient identification bracelets. The bar-coded bracelets allow nurses to verify the right medication is given to the right patient. The bracelets are scheduled to go-live in the obstetrics, acute rehabilitation and intensive care units before going hospital-wide.
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