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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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."