New approach to information handling in general practice.
In this paper we describe the use of punched feature cards in a general practice for 18 months. Its advantages are the low cost, speed of information retrieval, visible statistics, computer compatibility, accuracy, confidentiality, flexibility, and simplicity of setting up and collection of information. The system encourages the doctor to ask questions about his practice, and could readily be adopted in other practices.
D000787:Angina Pectoris / Q000453:epidemiology; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000600:supply & distribution; D002994:Clofibrate / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005194:Family Practice; D007239:Infections / Q000453:epidemiology; D008499:Medical Records; D008722:Methods; D011676:Punched-Card Systems; D012106:Research; D012606:Scotland
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D002994:Clofibrate