Managing contraindications effectively during consultations in EMIS Web is essential for ensuring patient safety and optimal care. The system provides automatic contraindication alerts when new entries, such as medical conditions or medications, conflict with existing data in the patient's care record.
Adding Contraindications in Consultations
When you add a code that has a contraindication with existing medication, a warning is generated. For instance, if an asthma code is added to a patient currently on Atenolol, an alert will appear to inform the clinician of the potential risk. These alerts are crucial for assessing the safety of prescribed treatments and ensuring they do not adversely interact with the patient's existing conditions or medications.
This feature helps safeguard patients by automatically flagging potential medication conflicts, thus allowing clinicians to make informed decisions and avoid prescribing errors.
It is crucial to ensure that all pertinent health information is accurately recorded in the patient's care record. This practice not only triggers timely alerts but also enhances the quality and safety of care provided. Clinicians must be proactive in updating patient records to leverage contraindication management effectively.
While managing contraindications in EMIS Web enhances patient safety, combining it with robust consulting practices maximises its utility, ensuring clinicians have comprehensive insights into each patient's holistic health profile.
