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with decisions, and provide feedback on performance. They also describe the ben-
efits of technology-based forcing functions that direct or restrict actions or orders
implemented by computer technologies. For example, physicians are forced to
write complete and accurate medication orders, are restricted from ordering an
inappropriate dosing route for a medication, or are prompted to write corollary
orders that should be included in the care regimen as part of the standard of care.
The Wired for Health Care Quality Act of 2005 began a series of funding
streams to promote health IT, to promote ...