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[Physicians' assessment of computerized prescribing].

D Zalman1, M Odeh, A Oliven

  • 1Dept. of Internal Medicine B, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Technion Faculty of Medicine, Haifa.

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|July 7, 2000
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Computerized prescribing (CP) systems significantly reduce medical errors and improve care quality. Physicians generally find CP systems beneficial, despite minor issues with equipment and system limitations, appreciating the enhanced accuracy and safety.

Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Medical Error Prevention
  • Clinical Pharmacy

Context:

  • Prescription errors are a significant cause of adverse drug events.
  • Computerized prescribing (CP) systems aim to mitigate these errors by screening physician orders.
  • Challenges with CP systems include time consumption, usability issues, and potential for new errors.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate physicians' opinions on a newly implemented computerized prescribing system.
  • To assess the system's impact on accuracy, error prevention, time management, and information utility.
  • To identify specific areas of user criticism and overall satisfaction.

Summary:

  • Physicians reported generally favorable opinions of the CP system, noting improved accuracy and error reduction.

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  • Ease of learning and use were highlighted, along with the value of provided drug interaction information.
  • Key criticisms focused on equipment failures and incomplete drug/dosage databases due to rapid system development.

    • Impact:

    • CP systems, once mastered, are appreciated by physicians for the order, safety, and knowledge they impart.
    • The study suggests that well-implemented CP systems enhance the quality and safety of patient care.
    • Addressing usability and database limitations can further optimize the benefits of computerized prescribing.