Usability Evaluation of a CDSS Interface for Parkinson's Disease
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Usability Evaluation of a CDSS Interface for Parkinson's Disease
IRAS ID
346366
Contact name
Precious .C. Onyeachu
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Newcastle University
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 0 months, 1 days
Research summary
Parkinson’s disease is a common progressive neurodegenerative condition, which is increasing in prevalence. Its symptoms are very variable between individuals and can fluctuate on an hourly basis. Standard time-locked clinic review fails to meet the needs of patients and carers and contributes to staff stress. Clinical decision support systems (CDSS) are recommended as a solution to this challenge. CDSS are designed to improve healthcare delivery by enhancing medical decisions and improving health outcomes. However, despite the benefits of CDSS, adoption and acceptance are still hindered for various reasons, including technical issues, lack of training and design challenges. Many CDSS also suffer from usability problems that can hinder efficient workflow and contribute to lack of uptake. An innovative new Parkinson’s service is being implemented within University Hospitals Plymouth, involving monitoring of patients’ Parkinson’s in their own homes using a wearable sensor, a digital data capture system and CDSS. This study will systematically design and evaluate a user-interface for the CDSS tool using requirements from both patients and clinical practitioners. A mixed methods approach will be used to explore staff and patients’ experiences while using the user interface. Findings will be used to iterate design until satisfaction is reached.
REC name
Wales REC 4
REC reference
24/WA/0292
Date of REC Opinion
19 Sep 2024
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion