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Computer assisted patient evaluation (CAPE): a multi-purpose computer system for an anesthesia service.

C R Chase, B A Merz, J E Mazuzan

    Anesthesia and Analgesia
    |February 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    The Computer Assisted Patient Evaluation (CAPE) system streamlines anesthesia practice by using specialized forms for efficient patient data management. This database system supports patient care, research, and administrative tasks effectively.

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    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Health Informatics
    • Database Management Systems

    Background:

    • Anesthesia practices require robust systems for patient management, research, and administration.
    • Efficient record-keeping and data accessibility are crucial for quality patient care and operational efficiency.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To design and implement a database management system, the Computer Assisted Patient Evaluation (CAPE) system, tailored for anesthesia practices.
    • To demonstrate the flexibility and utility of the CAPE system through practical applications.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a specialized database management system (CAPE).
    • Design of user-friendly forms for anesthesiologists to record patient histories and management information.
    • Implementation of the CAPE system for various clinical and administrative functions.

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    Main Results:

    • The CAPE system facilitates convenient and complete record-keeping.
    • Demonstrated utility through applications such as preoperative risk screening, anesthesia outcome studies, quality of care auditing, and respiratory therapy utilization review.
    • The system enables direct computerization of patient data.

    Conclusions:

    • The CAPE system offers a flexible and valuable tool for anesthesia practices.
    • It enhances patient management, supports research endeavors, and improves administrative processes.
    • The system contributes to better quality of care and operational efficiency in anesthesia.