Implementation of clinical decision support systems in emergency settings: Enhancing interdisciplinary practice among nurses and pharmacists

Naif Ghanem M. Alotaibi; Maryam Saud Alsharif; Areej Faiz Al Subaie

doi:10.53730/ijhs.v1nS1.15456

Authors

Naif Ghanem M. Alotaibi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
Maryam Saud Alsharif KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
Areej Faiz Al Subaie KSA, National Guard Health Affairs

Keywords:

Clinical Decision Support Systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient history, emergency department, healthcare professionals

Abstract

Background: Accurate patient history assessment is vital for effective diagnosis and treatment in healthcare settings. However, traditional methods often lead to fragmented information and missed clinical data, particularly in emergency departments (EDs), where time constraints are prevalent. Methods: This study reviews the implementation of Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) in emergency settings, focusing on enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals, specifically nurses and pharmacists. A thorough literature review was conducted to evaluate existing CDSS models and their impact on patient history acquisition and communication. Results: The findings indicate that incorporating CDSS facilitates comprehensive data collection by promoting interprofessional collaboration. Studies showed that multidisciplinary teams, through improved communication and shared electronic health records, significantly reduced information gaps in patient histories. The integration of pharmacists and nurses in the history-taking process led to higher accuracy and completeness, with some studies reporting an 89% accuracy rate in medication histories collected by trained pharmacy technicians. Conclusion: The implementation of CDSS in emergency settings enhances the accuracy of patient history acquisition and fosters effective teamwork among healthcare providers. Interprofessional education and collaboration are essential for maximizing the benefits of CDSS, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes.

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