Medical alarms: Critical, yet challenging (June 2023)

Summary

Authors of this article, published by Anaesthesia Patient Safety Foundation, look at various factors that exacerbate alarm fatigue and subsequent effects of nonoptimal medical alarms. They provide examples of a novel alarm versus a traditional alarm and conclude by saying:

"By focusing on patient and provider safety, clinical workflow, and alarm technology, researchers, and policy makers can transform the medical alarm realm into one that is evidence-based and personnel-focused."