Health IT and Patient Safety: 5 Things to Know

Health IT can be an excellent tool in improving efficiency in healthcare, but it can also pose significant risks to patient safety when something goes awry. “When not used appropriately, [health IT] can add a layer of complexity to an already complex system,” said Jerry Castro, project director for the Office of Patient Safety at The Joint Commission in an interview on a Take 5 With the Joint Commission podcast. Here are some of the most important health IT considerations for patient safety, according to Mr. Castro.

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