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The Innovation of User Friendly Vending Machine For Medicines

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RATIONALE PAPER

Name: Danica Sinabe, Ronald Mendoza, Patric Charles Ladra, James Joel De Vera

Course and Major: BET - CPET

I. General Subject Area: Medicines


II. Specific Topic: Vending Machine
III. Proposed Research Title: The Innovation of User-Friendly Vending Machine for Medicines

Background of the Project

The healthcare industry is constantly seeking new ways to improve patient care and
outcomes, while also reducing costs and increasing efficiency. One area of innovation that has
the potential to achieve these goals is the development of user-friendly vending machines for
medicines. Currently, patients often face challenges in accessing their medications, particularly
when it comes to refilling prescriptions or obtaining medications outside of traditional pharmacy
hours. This can lead to delays in treatment, increased healthcare costs, and decreased patient
satisfaction.

To address these challenges, this project aims to create a user-friendly vending machine
for medicines that can provide 24/7 access to prescription drugs and over-the-counter
medications. The machine will be designed to be easy to use, with a simple interface that patients
can interact with to obtain their medications.

In addition to providing convenience to patients, the vending machine will also offer
benefits to healthcare providers and payers. By automating the dispensing of medications, the
vending machine can reduce the workload of healthcare providers and decrease wait times for
patients. This can lead to improved efficiency and cost savings for healthcare systems. Moreover,
with the ability to collect data on medication usage and patient outcomes, the vending machine
can provide valuable insights to healthcare providers and payers. This data can be used to inform
treatment decisions and improve patient care, while also enabling healthcare systems to better
manage their resources.
Overall, the innovation of a user-friendly vending machine for medicines has the
potential to transform the healthcare industry, improving access to medications, increasing
efficiency, and ultimately leading to better patient outcomes.

Justification of the Project

Access to medication is an essential component of quality healthcare. However, patients


face many barriers to obtaining their medications, including limited access to pharmacies, long
wait times, and difficulties with medication adherence. These challenges can lead to negative
health outcomes and increased healthcare costs.

By developing a user-friendly vending machine for medicine, we can address these


challenges and improve access to medications for patients. The vending machine will provide
24/7 access to prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications, allowing patients to obtain
their medications at their convenience. The vending machine will be designed to be easy to use,
with a simple interface that patients can interact with to obtain their medications.

This will reduce the need for patients to interact with healthcare providers, reducing the
workload of healthcare professionals and increasing efficiency. In addition to improving patient
access to medications, the vending machine can also provide valuable data on medication usage
and patient outcomes. This data can be used to inform treatment decisions and improve patient
care, while also enabling healthcare systems to better manage their resources. The user-friendly
vending machine for medicine project has the potential to transform the healthcare industry by
improving access to medications, increasing efficiency, and ultimately leading to better patient
outcomes. By providing patients with easy access to their medications, we can help to improve
their quality of life, reduce healthcare costs, and promote better health for all.
IV. Objectives of the Study:

The objective of this study, The Innovation of User-Friendly Vendo Machine for
Medicine, the study aims to:

 To design and develop a user-friendly vending machine for medicines that can
dispense prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications.
 To create a simple and intuitive interface that patients can easily interact with to
obtain their medications.
 To ensure the vending machine is secure and reliable, with safeguards to protect
patient information and prevent unauthorized access.
 To collect data on medication usage and patient outcomes, enabling healthcare
providers and payers to make informed decisions and improve patient care.
 To evaluate the effectiveness of the vending machine in improving patient access
to medications and reducing healthcare costs.

V. Scope and Limitations of the Study

Scope:

 The study will focus on assessing the feasibility and potential impact of
implementing a user-friendly vending machine for medicine in a specific
healthcare setting, such as a hospital or clinic.
 The study will evaluate the technical and logistical aspects of implementing the
vending machine, such as its design, security, and integration with existing
healthcare systems.
 The study will collect data on patient satisfaction, medication adherence, and
healthcare costs before and after the implementation of the vending machine.
 The study will consider the perspectives of various stakeholders, including
healthcare providers, patients, and payers.
Limitations:

 The study will be limited to a specific healthcare setting and may not be
generalizable to other settings or populations.
 The study will only evaluate the feasibility and potential impact of the vending
machine in the short term and may not account for long-term effects or
unanticipated consequences.
 The study may be limited by the availability and accuracy of data on patient
outcomes, medication usage, and healthcare costs.
 The study may face logistical challenges related to the installation and
maintenance of the vending machine, as well as data collection and analysis.

VI. Literature Cited (Follow the APA format use Google scholar or APA generator)

BD Pyxis™ Medication Dispensing Solutions (May 26, 2023)


https://www.bd.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/products/product-brands/pyxis

InstyMeds (April 14, 2022) Safe, Fast & Easy Medication Dispensing System
https://www.instymeds.com/

Medicine Vending Machines (May 26, 2023)


https://www.grainger.com/category/safety/first-aid-and-wound-care/medicine-
vending-machines
VII. Sketch of the Proposed Project

Prepared by:

Student’s Signature over Printed Name


BET – ECET

Endorsed by:

Prof.
Research Adviser

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