Health Journalism Glossary

Automated dispensing cabinet (APC)

This is a machine used to securely house medical supplies and medications on a hospital ward. They are generally filled by the pharmacy to have as needed. Then, a nurse or other health professional needing to access the medications for a patient can enter a user ID and password or swipe an access badge as their hospital requires. These units track administration of supplies and medications and help with inventory management.

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