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RFID in the Medical Field. Presented By Andrea Book. What is RFID. Radio Frequency Identification Method of storing and retrieving data using devices called RFID tags. RFID tags are small objects that can be attached to or incorporated into a product. Characteristics.
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RFID in the Medical Field Presented By Andrea Book
What is RFID • Radio Frequency Identification • Method of storing and retrieving data using devices called RFID tags. • RFID tags are small objects that can be attached to or incorporated into a product
Characteristics • Non-line-of-site data transmission • The tag can be read through and around the human body, clothing, bed coverings, and non-metallic materials • Read/Write • Data can be sent and received
Uses in the Medical Field • Match patients blood before transfusion • Improvements from 11.8% to 100% in correct patient identification • Specimen collection/tracking • Surgical site safety • Patient charging