Rethinking the Biohazardous Bodily Fluids Alert for Improved Workflow and Safety

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The redesigned alert minimized clinician interruptions while providing critical safety information, enhancing overall safety.
Clinicians experienced a 0% alert action rate due to overwhelming alert frequency, leading to frustration and desensitization.
Using a human-centered design, the alert shifted from a pop-up to a passive notification method in patient records.
Ongoing evaluations are planned to assess the redesign's impact on clinician burnout and personal protective equipment compliance.

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Case study demonstrates redesign of clinical decision support alert, reducing alert fatigue and improving workflow integration.

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