Various methods have been devised to help reduce the time required to determine the correct dose for pediatric patients during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The computer-generated dosing form (CGDF) appears to be among the best methods, because it calculates medication doses based on weight. A CGDF for pediatric use was implemented in order to (1) directly meet the needs of pediatric patients; (2) provide the hospital staff with a readily available, legible, and accurate dosage calculation; and (3) become part of the institution's continuous quality improvement program. The pediatric CGDF was accepted for use throughout the hospital.
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