Automatic Pill Dispenser
Automatic Pill Dispenser. Presented by Falicia Alexander Kristen Sienicki Natalie Novak. Objectives. Describe an automatic pill dispenser Describe how the system works Assess nursing implications Examine related legal/ethical issues Advantages/Disadvantages from nursing perspective.
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Automatic Pill Dispenser Presented by Falicia Alexander Kristen Sienicki Natalie Novak
Objectives • Describe an automatic pill dispenser • Describe how the system works • Assess nursing implications • Examine related legal/ethical issues • Advantages/Disadvantages from nursing perspective
What Is An Automatic Pill Dispenser? • A machine that offers automated dispensing of solutions/medications to meet the specific needs of patients • A product which reminds the user what time the specific pill has to be taken • 24/7 access to medications
How Does The System Work? • Nurse puts in a security code • Selects patient’s name from list • System automatically checks the prescription for allergies, interactions, and appropriate dosage • If correct, drawer opens • Medication is dispensed
PyxisMedStation System • Medication management • Decreases order process by 22 minutes • Used nationwide in healthcare facilities
Pyxis Advisor • Surveillance service • Follows evidence based rules • Delivers alerts about clinical conditions • Helps nurse optimize care
Nursing Implications • Patient safety • Saves time • Less paperwork
Advantages in using an automatic pill dispenser • Save nursing time • Provide more time for clinical patient care • Helps increase patient safety • Supports timely administration of medication • Control which medications users can access • Support JCAHO and regulatory compliance
Disadvantages In Using An Automatic Pill Dispenser • Waste of Medications • Usage and compliance is difficult to tract • Limited use of the nursing process and checking ability • Cost and space issues • Additional training and technical help
Ethics/Legal Issues • Password protection • Not logging off and logging out of system • Wasting medication • Over-riding medications can not occur
References • CareFusion. (2009). Making measurable improvements in medication management pyxismedstation system. Retrieved September 21, 2010, from http://www.carefusion.com/products-and-services/products-services-categories/medication-management/pyxis-medstation-system.aspx • Lam, A. (2007). Drug distribution systems for long term care facilities Retrieved from http://courses.washington.edu/pharm492/Week2/Drug%20Disrtibutation%20Systemsslides%20.pdf • UPMC Beacon Hospital.Automated medication management system. Retrieved 9/28, 2010, from http://www.beaconhospital.ie/pyxis.html