title: Keys to the successful implementation of an ICU patient data management system.
abstract: Implementation of an ICU data management system requires consideration of many factors, including site preparation for equipment, system backup, ICU & medical staff training and evaluation. This paper describes the strategy for implementing a patient data management system at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and details our steps for planning, training, configuration and problem resolution.
authors.affiliation: Department of Nursing, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California.
authors.forename: L S
authors.initials: LS
authors.lastname: Avila
authors.forename: M M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Shabot
mesh_terms: D002140:California; D003199:Computer Systems; D003200:Computer User Training; D003628:Database Management Systems; D005160:Facility Design and Construction; D005568:Forms and Records Control; D006751:Hospital Information Systems / Q000458:organization & administration*; D007362:Intensive Care Units / Q000458:organization & administration*; D008499:Medical Records; D010564:Personnel, Hospital / Q000193:education