Decision Support (original) (raw)

Essentials of Clinical Informatics, 2019

Abstract

Decision support is a broad technique that seeks to bring information to bear at the time a clinician is taking actions that are driven by other data. Clinical decision-making methodology depends on the complexity of the patient’s case, the certainty of a diagnosis, available treatment and diagnostic resources, reliability of information resources, training of the clinician, and psychological makeup of the clinician. Most clinical decision support efforts seek to improve workflow, enforce best clinical practices, or mitigate adverse drug events. Clinical decision support can reduce medical errors, improve nutrition, prevent orders on the wrong patient, and reduce costs. Clinical and administrative decision support can lead to more effective outcomes, improved quality, and lower costs.

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