title: Get the buzz on nurse call systems.
abstract: Technology enhances nurses' intrinsic communication with patients. Nurse call systems that integrate pocket pagers and wireless interfaces reduce response time and boost the quality of care.
authors.forename: E A
authors.initials: EA
authors.lastname: McConnell
mesh_terms: D003142:Communication; D003195:Computer Communication Networks; D006747:Hospital Communication Systems / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations