What advantages do you see to printed wristbands and labels?

By admin | March 30, 2009

In part 5 of our interview with Dr Richard Jones, we look int the advantages of printed wristbands and labels over hand written ones.

 
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Do patients mind wearing printable wristbands?

By admin | March 23, 2009

In part 4 of our interview with Dr Richard Jones we ask his views on the patients perspective on wristbands.

 
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Do you feel barcodes on a wristband can make hospital staff’s job easier?

By admin | March 16, 2009

In part 3 of our interview with Dr richard Jones, we ask about the importance of barcodes.

 
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Do you have any issues with hand written wristbands?

By admin | March 9, 2009

In part 2 of our interview with Dr Richard Jones, we ask about hand written wristbands.

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How important is the NPSA report?

By admin | March 2, 2009

Site sponsors, Brenmoor went to visit Dr Rick Jones in Leeds. Dr Jones is an expert in Chemical Pathology and Immunology and in the first of our series of video questions he was asked for his thoughts on the recent NPSA report on patient wristbands.

 
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  • NHS Supply Chain helps hospitals choose “which band is best”

    In response to the NPSA safety alert on NHS identification bracelets the NHS Supply chain has created an evaluation sheet designed to aid hospitals when deciding on the correct wristband. The evaluation covers the practicalities of the band, comfort, how long it lasted, ease of use and whether it was resistant to alcohol, soaps and water.

    Click here for a copy of the evaluation form