Step 6: A tailored treatment plan is automatically generated for your patient. You can amend your selection by selecting or deselecting comorbidities. This will automatically update the treatment algorithm.
Step 5: You will see the Comorbidities Manager tool at the top of the page. Here you can select from a list of common comorbidities. Multiple selections can be made. When you are ready, click on the pink ‘Show treatment algorithm’ button.
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 Manager 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.
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