Hyperalimentation order calculations using a computer.
Dispensing hyperalimentation orders in a timely and correct manner can be demanding for staff pharmacists. Using a computer to calculate the amounts of amino acid, dextrose, and electrolyte solutions can greatly reduce pharmacy response time and insure accuracy in filling the physician's order. This report lists a computer program that will do these calculations and also gives consideration to the technical aspects of using the program.
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