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Workflow and Framework for Collecting and Implementing Point-of-Care Ultrasound Data in the Management of Heart Failure Patients

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End-user developed workflow-based hemodialysis nursing record system.

Hsin-Ling Tai¹, Hsiu-Wen Lin, Suh-Huei Ke

¹Hemodialysis Center, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan/ROC.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics

|July 14, 2009

Summary

Researchers developed a custom Hemodialysis nursing record system using Excel VBA and end-user computing. This tailored system streamlines workflows and meets specific clinical needs efficiently.

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Published on: July 12, 2024

Area of Science:

Healthcare Informatics
Nursing Technology
Clinical Systems Development

Background:

Traditional nursing record systems may not fully align with specific clinical workflows.
The need for adaptable and user-friendly electronic health record solutions in specialized care areas.
End-user computing offers a viable strategy for developing customized healthcare IT tools.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a bespoke Hemodialysis nursing record system tailored to clinical requirements.
To evaluate the feasibility of using end-user computing for creating specialized healthcare software.
To design an intuitive and efficient interface for nursing staff.

Main Methods:

Utilized end-user computing strategy with Microsoft Excel Visual Basic for Applications (VBA).
System development conducted over one year, utilizing off-duty time.
Focused on iterative design based on workflow and clinical needs.

Main Results:

Successfully built a fully functional Hemodialysis nursing record system.
The system demonstrated a tight integration with existing clinical workflows.
The user interface was designed for ease of use and operational efficiency.

Conclusions:

End-user computing with Excel VBA is a practical approach for developing specialized clinical systems.
Custom-built systems can effectively address unique workflow and clinical needs in nursing.
The developed system provides a user-friendly and efficient solution for Hemodialysis nursing records.