Electronic Health Record (EHR) interventions designed with behavioral science principles increased the likelihood of deprescribing by 26% to 40%.
The precommitment strategy, which asks clinicians to commit to a deprescribing discussion early in the patient encounter, showed the most robust effect.
Targeted medications included high-risk classes such as benzodiazepines and anticholinergics, known for their association with falls and cognitive decline in the elderly.
The study provides a evidence-based framework for health systems to utilize clinical informatics to combat the growing burden of polypharmacy.
Background: The Clinical Imperative for Deprescribing
