Paper Chart
A paper chart is a revolutionary alternative to the EHR, which uses three simple elements: a binder, paper, and dividers.
History
The paper chart was invented by New York-based internist Brent Shelby who was fed up with EHR.[1]
Advantages
The paper chart is easy to use, which is why hospital administrators disapprove. Instead of logging in medical providers can simply open the binder. They can search for certain forms or documents by finding simple dividers labelled as "Notes" or "Consents." Ordering involves writing a simple order and then flagging it, as opposed to clicking through at least 49 drug reaction screens before the computer shuts down for an IT upgrade.
Disadvantages
Because there is only one physical paper chart, there may be the occasional fight over the chart if more than two providers need it at a given time. These fights can be settled in any of a number of ways: fighting at the flagpole, challenging to a duel, or even dressing up in armor to engage in a joust. Another disadvantage involves copy and paste, which would actually involve the actual photocopying and glueing of documents.[2] Finally, one cannot underscore the biggest risk of using paper charts: paper cuts.
References
- ↑ Hospital’s Electronic Health Record to Be Replaced by New, Efficient “Paper Chart” System (Gomerblog)
- ↑ Hospitalist Abusing Copy and Paste in Paper Charts (Gomerblog)
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