Table 2 Areas of difficulty and solutions for providing more appropriate imaging for patients
From: Collaboration, campaigns and champions for appropriate imaging: feedback from the Zagreb workshop
Area of difficulty | Need |
|---|---|
Imaging referral guidelines | Up-to-date, evidence-based referral guidelines and tools for use Better if a regulatory requirement Choice will depend on healthcare practice, technology and economy Paper, web, app and CDS versions available |
Justification for patients | Good regulations. Responsibilities should be specified and taken |
Professional and legal support | Common professional and regulatory support for the correct examination at the right time, based on the clinical question and information provided |
Education and training | Education and training according to national needs Targeted to all stakeholders as required and at all levels including CPD Escalate if needed Workflow solutions |
Gatekeeper role | Radiologist should have the time and authority to amend or return requests |