| Subject: | Best Practices for Standardized Color Wristband Programs |
| Category: | The Joint Commission (TJC)
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| Published: | Tue, 9 Sep 2008 - 06:00 am |
| The StayAlert Administrator has been asked to review best practices for implementing a standardized color wristband program. Color coded wristbands are intended to quickly and easily communicate patient information to the clinical staff, e.g., do not resuscitate, fall risk, latex allergy.The use of color-coded wristbands in hospitals has increased in popularity in the past several years, but is not without challenges. In May 2006 The Joint Commission published an article reviewing... The full article is available to StayAlert subscribers. Click here for a free trial subscription. |
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