Clinical Decision Rules

THE CLINICAL DECISION RULES SERIES

PART 1

emDocs - July 7, 2016 - Authors: Long B and Sheridan B - Edited by: Koyfman A & Bright J

"Clinical decision rules are used to improve decision-making capabilities of providers. This first part of CDR series evaluates how CDRs are created and what makes a CDR useful."

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THE CLINICAL DECISION RULES SERIES

PART 2

emDocs - July 8, 2016 - Authors: Long B and Sheridan B - Edited by: Koyfman A & Bright J

"In part 2, we will delve further into CDRs, particularly how to incorporate CDRs into everyday clinical practice.

Summary

• CDRs can benefit emergency departments. Target common conditions managed in the ED.
• Identify and address potential roadblocks to CDR use including physicians, ED staff, institution, and culture.
• Keep the rule/pathway simple and easy to use.
• Obtain department and consultant buy-in.
• Keep evaluating the pathway and obtain feedback during use.
• Tweak the pathway as needed during implementation and use."