4 research outputs found
CPOE in Iran-A viable prospect?. Physicians' opinions on using CPOE in an Iranian teaching hospital
Background: In recent years, the theory that on-line clinical decision support systems can improve patients' safety among hospitalised individuals has gained greater acceptance. However, the feasibility of implementing such a system in a middle or low-income country has rarely been studied. Understanding the current prescription process and a proper needs assessment of prescribers can act as the key to successful implementation. Objectives: The aim of this study was to explore physicians' opinions on the current prescription process, and the expected benefits and perceived obstacles to employ Computerised Physician Order Entry in an Iranian teaching hospital. Methods: Initially, the interview guideline was developed through focus group discussions with eight experts. Then semi-structured interviews were held with 19 prescribers. After verbatim transcription, inductive thematic analysis was performed on empirical data. Forty hours of on-looker observations were performed in different wards to explore the current prescription process. Results: The current prescription process was identified as a physician-centred, top-down, model, where prescribers were found to mostly rely on their memories as well as being overconfident. Some errors may occur during different paper-based registrations, transcriptions and transfers. Physician opinions on Computerised Physician Order Entry were categorised into expected benefits and perceived obstacles. Confidentiality issues, reduction of medication errors and educational benefits were identified as three themes in the expected benefits category. High cost, social and cultural barriers, data entry time and problems with technical support emerged as four themes in the perceived obstacles category. Conclusions: The current prescription process has a high possibility of medication errors. Although there are different barriers confronting the implementation and continuation of Computerised Physician Order Entry in Iranian hospitals, physicians have a willingness to use them if these systems provide significant benefits. A pilot study in a limited setting and a comprehensive analysis of health outcomes and economic indicators should be performed, to assess the merits of introducing Computerised Physician Order Entry with decision support capabilities in Iran. © 2008 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved
A model on factors affecting nurses adoption of health information technology
Healthcare organisations are using Health Information Technology (HIT) to
improve efficiency, reduce cost and reduce medical errors. This study focused on
the factors that influence the acceptance of HIT among nurses in Saudi hospitals.
This research used a 6 stage mixed-methods research approach. Literature was
used to search for established models and frameworks of technology
acceptance, and the many factors that could play a role. In the field study, the
nature of practical HIT issues at the Prince Sultan Military Medical City (PSMMC)
and the Heraa Hospital were studied, and combined with literature to create a
HIT Implementation Issues Framework. The framework consolidates elements
from the Technological, Organisational, Environmental and Human dimensions.
The researcher participated in further PSMMC projects in the design and
implementation of the new Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation System and the
Nurses and Pharmacists’ Communication System. From the implementation
experience, pertinent factors were added to the Technology Acceptance Model
and the “Nurses Acceptance Model” was proposed. The proposed model has
eleven independent parameters, two dependent parameters, as well as seven
moderators of key relationships. A questionnaire with 71 entries was distributed
to over 2800 nurses in 52 wards in PSMMC. SPSS was used for data screening
and descriptive statistics. The SmartPLS software was used for analysis and
testing of the proposed hypotheses. The findings refined the “Nurses Acceptance
Model” and highlight the significance of User Involvement and Training.
The “Nurses Acceptance Model” enhances the scientific understanding of
variables that affect technology acceptance among nurses in Saudi hospitals.
The HIT Implementation Issues Framework helps hospital decision makers to
plan HIT projects to improve the likelihood of successful adoption