Clinical decision support (CDS) systems have been hailed for their potential to reduce medical errors and increase healthcare quality and efficiency; therefore, it is critical for physicians to consider implementing a CDS system at their practice.

A 2013 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) predicted that one in five Americans will be a senior citizen by 2030 – nearly double the 12 percent in 2000. These statistics are corroborated by U.S. Census data, which suggests that, by 2050, 19 million – about 20 percent – of the U.S. population will comprise people aged 85 years or older.

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CAP is accredited by the Institute for Medical Quality/California Medical Association (IMQ/CMA) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc. takes responsibility for the content, quality and scientific integrity of this CME activity.

• The Joint Commission has reversed its position on the use of texting by physicians to transmit orders.
• Most common questions and answers according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding medication administration and infection control.