Mobile phones in the hospital - past, present and future

被引:41
作者
Klein, AA [1 ]
Djaiani, GN [1 ]
机构
[1] Toronto Gen Hosp, Univ Hlth Network, Toronto, ON M5G 2C4, Canada
关键词
equipment; malfunction; mobile telephone;
D O I
10.1046/j.1365-2044.2003.03079.x
中图分类号
R614 [麻醉学];
学科分类号
100217 ;
摘要
The phenomenon of electromagnetic interference by mobile phones is real and potentially clinically significant. This has been recognised by the Department of Health and the Medical Devices Agency, leading to bans on phone use in hospitals. Current evidence suggests that mobile phones can cause malfunction of medical equipment, but only when used in close proximity. Allowing phone use in non-patient care areas and improving staff education may improve compliance with hospital policies.
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页数:5
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