Related Experiment Video
Updated: Sep 10, 2025

Iterative Development of an Innovative Smartphone-Based Dietary Assessment Tool: Traqq
Published on: March 19, 2021
Usability assessments in clinical decision support systems
Hikmet Can Cubukcu1,2, Hayri Canbaz3
1Department of Rare Diseases, Turkish Ministry of Health, General Directorate of Health Services, Ankara, Turkiye.
Abstract:
Clinical decision support (CDS) tools play a crucial role in assisting healthcare professionals in making informed decisions. However, the full potential of CDS systems has not been realized due to various usability issues. This paper provides an overview of usability issues identified in CDS tools, including graphical user interface issues, user experience problems, terminology clarity, and user control problems. Several usability assessment methods, such as heuristic evaluation, think-aloud testing, cognitive walk-through, and surveys, are employed to evaluate CDS tool usability. These methods reveal strengths and weaknesses in CDS tool design, guiding improvements to enhance usability. The findings of this review emphasize the importance of incorporating user feedback, employing iterative processes, and addressing interface design challenges to optimize the usability and acceptance of CDS tools in healthcare settings. By addressing these usability issues, healthcare professionals can leverage CDS tools effectively to improve patient outcomes.
Related Concept Videos
Nursing Clinical Information System
A Nursing Clinical Information System (NCIS) is a specialized type of healthcare information system tailored to meet the unique needs of nursing practice. It incorporates the principles of nursing informatics to streamline information management and improve the quality of care delivery.
Critical attributes of NCIS include:
Health Information Technology and Healthcare Information System
Health Information Technology, commonly called HIT, integrates advanced information systems and technology in healthcare settings. Its primary functions include:
Clinical Trials: Overview
Methods of Documentation VI: Case Management Model
For example, a patient with a chronic...
Data Validation
Nursing assessment guides are generally based on holistic models rather than medical...
Methods of Documentation III: PIE

