What is 'orders with sliding dose' in SAP IS-HMED - Clinical System?

orders with sliding dose - Overview

• Component: IS-HMED

• Component Name: Clinical System

• Description: Is used to order drugs with a sliding dose which changes according to plan i.e. increases.

orders with sliding dose - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Orders with sliding dose is a feature of the IS-HMED Clinical System, which is part of the SAP Healthcare Information System. This feature allows healthcare providers to create orders for medications that have a variable dosage, depending on the patient's condition. The order will specify the minimum and maximum dosage, and the system will automatically adjust the dosage as needed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use orders with sliding dose, healthcare providers must first create an order in the IS-HMED Clinical System. When creating the order, they must specify the minimum and maximum dosage for the medication. The system will then automatically adjust the dosage as needed, based on the patient's condition. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an order with sliding dose, it is important to ensure that the minimum and maximum dosages are appropriate for the patient's condition. It is also important to monitor the patient's condition closely to ensure that the dosage remains within safe limits. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The IS-HMED Clinical System also includes other features such as drug interaction checking, drug allergy checking, and drug formulary checking. These features can help healthcare providers ensure that their patients are receiving safe and effective medications.