New EHR tool helps nurses cut unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions
NCT ID NCT04255303
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated Jun 21, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tested a computer tool that helps nurses decide when antibiotics are needed for common respiratory infections like colds and sore throats. The tool, built into the electronic health record, calculates a patient's risk and suggests appropriate care. Researchers measured whether the tool changed prescribing habits and how useful nurses found it.
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Locations
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NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, 10016, United States
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University of Utah School of Medicine
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112, United States
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University of Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Integrated clinical prediction rule (iCPR) system
What this could lead to
If successful, this tool could help nurses prescribe antibiotics more appropriately, reducing unnecessary use and fighting antibiotic resistance.
What could go wrong
This is a completed implementation study, not a treatment trial. The tool's impact on actual patient outcomes or long-term prescribing habits may be limited.
Conditions
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