Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)

Flashcards about Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)

What is the definition of Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)?

Clinical decision support systems link health observations with health knowledge to influence health choices by clinicians for improved health care

How do Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) work?

Computer algorithms that execute rules, prompting clinicians about ways to improve care.

Give an example of a situation where CDSS might be helpful.

Good blood pressure control for people with diabetes and weight management services are examples.

What are the components of the pyramid of evidence (from top to bottom)?

Systems, Summaries, Synopses of Syntheses, Syntheses, Synopses of Single Studies, Single Studies

What is a potential CDSS solution for obesity?

To identify overweight people and offer them a referral to participate in a weight management service.

What do current generation CDSS rely on?

Structured health data, executing rules, and prompting clinicians to take evidence-based decisions.

What can 'Alert fatigue' and difficult to use systems lead to?

CDSS wasting time, confusing clinicians, and potentially worsening patient care.