Clinical information systems
A Clinical Information System (CIS) is a computer-based system that
is designed for collecting, storing, manipulating and making available
clinical information important to the healthcare delivery process. The
clinical information captured in Clinical Information Systems is well
organized, thus making I easier to maintain and quicker to search
through for relevant information. The information is also legible,
making it less likely that mistakes would be made due to illegible
writing. Clinical Information Systems improve drug dosing, and this
leads to the reduction of adverse drug interactions while promoting
more appropriate pharmaceutical utilization (Biohealthmatics.) The
built-in error checking and knowledge-based systems should also
provide a safer and higher-quality clinical process (Fraenkel, 2014.)
References
Biohealthmatics. Clinical Information System
https://www.biohealthmatics.com/technologies/clinical-information-
systems/
Fraenkel, David, 2014. Clinical information systems
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/
clinical-information-
system
Second discussion topic:
Technology diffusion
As technology advancements are utilized, benefits must be assessed
and they must outweigh the risks associated with its usage. Firstly, is
the technology delivering value. “Improved benefits at lower cost to
the patient. The value is enhanced by improving quality and/or
reducing cost.
Is the technology minimizing cost. Arbitrary restraints would be
misdirected. Technological change should be influenced by reducing
cost without sacrificing quality. And lastly, the technologies affect on
standardizing practice protocols. Medical practice guidelines are
protocols to assist practitioners in delivering appropriate health care
for specific clinical circumstances. Technology plays a significant role
in the development of protocols (She, 2015.”)
References:
She, Leiyu, December 8, 2015. Essentials of the U.S. Heath Care
System. Fourth Edition
