The iCMIO can provide this guidance and insight to the local IT staff and the executives at the facility. The iCMIO also understands the challenges faced by the physicians and nursing staff as they struggle with EHR interfaces that are difficult to use and often just seem to &#147get in the way&#148.
There is some evidence to support the impact of calcium on iron absorption, albeit from short-term studies focused on this interaction with single meals. On the other hand, long-term studies have found that calcium and milk products donât have any adverse effect on iron absorption. Unfortunately this isnât a simple case of yes or no â hence the controversy! The actual mechanism of the interaction of calcium and iron absorption is not well understood. The general consensus is that calcium can interfere with iron absorption on a short term basis.
Iron is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach and should not be taken with compounds such as calcium, zinc, and vitamin E, which may interfere with proper absorption. However, taking iron without food has been linked to gastrointestinal problems in sensitive individuals, in which case the mineral may also be taken with a light meal.