Effective: January 4, 2023
Summary
To help with patient flow and resource allotment, the Intermittent Telemetry Order will auto-discontinue after 48 hours; his change will help ensure that patients are not left on the telemetry device when there is no medical necessity.
Key Points
Auto-discontinues after 48 hours
Mirrors the Continuous Telemetry Order auto-discontinue
At 40 hours, nursing will receive a smart zone alert stating that the tele-order will auto-discontinue in 8 hours.
Ensures devices are available for patients in need
If the patient still needs telemetry, intermittent telemetry will need to be re-ordered.
Intermittent Telemetry Order
No visual changes to order.
