RFID applications in e-healthcare
RIS ID
90773
Abstract
Pervasive healthcare is the ultimate goal of all healthcare facilities and e-healthcare is the most talked about medical assistance these days. Healthcare organizations are exploiting RFID to maximize use of tools and equipment, keep tabs on medicinal drugs, boost patient flow and plug gaps in patient safety. RFID technology has become a hot topic in all scientific areas and is entitled as a major enabling technology for the automation of many work processes involved in the health sector. This chapter talks about many singular RFID applications that have been successfully developed or are in development, particularly the ones designed for the healthcare industry. It also discusses issues related to technology and healthcare and measures to overcome them. Furthermore, the chapter gives insight on the future of RFID technology and what more it has to offer to the healthcare community in the future.
Publication Details
Watfa, M., Kaur, M. & Daruwala, R. 2013, 'RFID applications in e-healthcare', User-Driven Healthcare : Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications, IGI Global, United States. pp. 259-287. http://www.igi-global.com/chapter/rfid-applications-healthcare/73840