References:

    1. Fader, Henry C., Computerized patient records. [online] URL [Accessed On Web 13 October 2004 ].   2. Ginneken van, Astrid M., 2002. The computerized patient record: balancing effort and benefit. International Journal of Medical Informatics [online],…

Conclusion

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The dimensions of the change in the UK

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The implications of this change

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