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Clinical Decision Support Tools in the Electronic Medical Record

Kidney International Reports, ISSN: 2468-0249, Vol: 9, Issue: 1, Page: 29-38
2024
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  • 88
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Study protocol of the ALMA-CKD trial; an electronic triggering decision-support system to improve the detection, recognition, and management of patients with chronic kidney disease in primary care

Abstract Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global health problem affected by under-recognition and under-treatment in primary care settings. Electronic clinical decision support (CDS)

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The integration of clinical decision support (CDS) tools into electronic medical record (EMR) systems has become common. Although there are many benefits for both patients and providers from successful integration, barriers exist that prevent consistent and effective use of these tools. Such barriers include tool alert fatigue, lack of interoperability between tools and medical record systems, and poor acceptance of tools by care providers. However, successful integration of CDS tools into EMR systems have been reported; examples of these include the Statin Choice Decision Aid, and the Kidney Failure Risk Equation (KFRE). This article reviews the history of EMR systems and its integration with CDS tools, the barriers preventing successful integration, and the benefits reported from successful integration. This article also provides suggestions and strategies for improving successful integration, making these tools easier to use and more effective for care providers.

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