Search for dissertations about: "patient safety and clinical information system"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 19 swedish dissertations containing the words patient safety and clinical information system.
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1. eMedication – improving medication management using information technology
Abstract : Medication is an essential part of health care and enables the prevention andtreatment of many conditions. However, medication errors and drug-relatedproblems (DRP) are frequent and cause suffering for patients and substantial costsfor society. READ MORE
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2. Managing chemotherapy risks : Learning from medication errors and developing a national knowledge source for chemotherapy regimens
Abstract : The basics in cancer treatment are surgery, radiation therapy, and treatment with cancer drugs, often combined. Chemotherapy regimens that define the drugs used, the dosage, the frequency and duration of drug administration, have been developed and used for different cancer diagnoses. READ MORE
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3. Development and Evaluation of a Computerised Decision Support System for use in pre-hospital care
Abstract : The aim of the thesis was to develop and evaluate a Computerised Decision Support System (CDSS) for use in pre-hospital care.The thesis was guided by a theoretical framework for developing and evaluating a complex intervention. The four studies used different designs and methods. READ MORE
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4. BRIDGING THE INFORMATION GAP : Supporting Evidence-Based Medicine and Shared Decision-Making through Information Systems
Abstract : Practicing evidence-based medicine (EBM) and shared decision-making (SDM)along the patient process is important in today's healthcare environment, as thesemodels of care offer a way to improve quality and safety of care, patient satisfaction,and reduce costs. EBM is the conscientious and judicious use of current best medicalevidence in conjunction with clinical expertise. READ MORE
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5. Together towards safer medication treatment for older persons
Abstract : This thesis focuses on promoting patient safety in older persons using medications. Given that medications can unintentionally harm patients, the World Health Organisation emphasises “Medication without harm” as a global patient safety challenge. READ MORE