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Focus group results
- focus group; 67 participants (17 prescribers; 52 RNs & MAs)
- Computer background influenced perceptions
10 Themes—Perceptions of e-prescribing system
| Theme | Perception |
| Benefits |
Accuracy, transparency, integration |
| Downsides |
Programming errors; lack of wireless reliability |
| Efficiency |
Increased after training period |
| Expectations |
Streamline work |
| Fears |
yes, at paper-based clinic |
| Desired features |
Prescribers—CDS alerts and favorites lists |
| Impact |
Prescribe from home—an unexpected impact |
| Impressions |
"I love it!" |
| Leadership |
Training, feedback, support |
| Safety |
Improved |
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