Identify tools used for decision support systems.

Identification should include the importance and use of clinical decision support systems for clinical and administrative use, such as

  • mobile devices
  • tablet computers
  • mobile Physicians’ Desk Reference (mobile PDR)
  • medical robots
  • labs
  • radiology
  • staffing
  • telemedicine.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are some of the electronic medical devices used in health care?
  • How would these devices support the provider in delivering healthcare treatment to patients?
  • What devices could be used to assist administration in planning and delivery of healthcare services?