title: Evaluating needleless products.
abstract: New product evaluation can be a time-consuming, frustrating process in any institution. Knowing the right steps to complete in the right order can lead to successful implementation of new technologies that improve patient care. Needleless technology is used as an example to outline the process of evaluating and implementing a new product.
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Jurf
mesh_terms: D000062:Accidents, Occupational / Q000517:prevention & control*; D003362:Cost-Benefit Analysis; D006801:Humans; D008422:Materials Testing / Q000379:methods*; D009339:Needles; D016602:Needlestick Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012037:Refuse Disposal / Q000295:instrumentation*