Understanding the Technical Implementation of a Clinical Decision Support SmartApp: A Qualitative Analysis

Stud Health Technol Inform. 2024 Jan 25:310:1382-1383. doi: 10.3233/SHTI231205.

Abstract

CONCERN is a SmartApp that identifies patients at risk for deterioration. This study aimed to understand the technical components and processes that should be included in our Implementation Toolkit. In focus groups with technical experts five themes emerged: 1) implementation challenges, 2) implementation facilitators, 3) project management, 4) stakeholder engagement, and 5) security assessments. Our results may aid other teams in implementing healthcare SmartApps.

Keywords: Qualitative; clinical decision support; implementation; technical.

MeSH terms

  • Decision Support Systems, Clinical*
  • Health Facilities
  • Humans
  • Stakeholder Participation