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  • Health Informatics
  • Human-Computer Interaction

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  • Computerised dose prediction software aids therapeutic drug monitoring with individualized dosing recommendations.
  • Effective communication of these recommendations via reports is crucial for achieving software benefits.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the perceived usability of reports generated by a dose prediction system.
  • To identify prescriber understanding and utilization of report content and design.

Main Methods:

  • Fifteen prescribers evaluated a mock report from a dose prediction system.
  • Qualitative feedback was collected through targeted questions regarding the report's content and design.

Main Results:

  • The report effectively communicated the primary drug dose recommendation.
  • Prescribers reported confusion and lack of understanding regarding pharmacological terminology and supplementary information.
  • Negative feedback centered on unfamiliar terminology, hindering comprehension.

Conclusions:

  • While dose recommendations are clear, reports need refinement to improve prescriber understanding.
  • Early prescriber involvement in designing decision support systems enhances usability and accessibility.
  • Optimizing report design is key to maximizing the benefits of dose prediction software.