Step 6: A tailored treatment plan will be generated for your patient, based on the selected comorbidities, which are shown at the top of the page. You can change or remove these by clicking on the ‘Edit’ button.
Step 5: The Comorbidities tool will automatically pop-up on your screen, prompting you to select from a list of common comorbidities. You can select as many comorbidities as you like. When you are ready, click on the pink ‘Show treatment algorithm’ button. If the Comorbidities tool is not relevant to your patient, you can dismiss it by clicking on the ‘X’ in the top right corner.
Step 7: The C+ symbol clearly indicates when a treatment option may be impacted by the comorbidities that have been selected.
Step 8: Expand your chosen treatment option to view details on how the treatment has been adjusted for the comorbidity. This is presented in a way that is realistic for daily practice. The recommendations given are based on evidence, or expert opinion where evidence is scarce or equivocal.
Also available in the BMJ Best Practice app You can access the Comorbidities tool from the ‘Treatment algorithm’ section of selected acute topics in the app. To view a summary of all acute topics featuring the tool, click the link on the app home screen. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play for anytime, anywhere access - even offline.
Access now on CKN via QHEPS at work or www.ckn.org.au offline or mobile
bestpractice.bmj.com/comorbidities
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