Week 4 Discussion Board Topic: Balancing Innovation with Security in Clinical Decision Support Systems
Overview
The purpose of the discussion board is to collaborate and engage with classmates and instructor on lesson's topics. Students should make attempts to move the conversation forward with peers by making suggestions, asking questions, or elaborating on statements. Critical thinking and engagement are key components of a successful
discussion.  Be sure that writing demonstrated an understanding of the subject, proper grammar and punctuation, and evidence of critical thought.  Refer to the instructions and rubric below for guidance on expectations.
Part One: Initial Post (must be at least 150 words)
Question:
As healthcare organizations increasingly adopt Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) to enhance patient care, they must also address significant security and privacy challenges.

 How can healthcare organizations balance the benefits of CDSS with the need to protect patient data?
 What are the potential risks if security and privacy are not adequately addressed in CDSS implementation?
 Discuss strategies to mitigate these risks while promoting innovation in clinical decision support.

Instructions:

 Your initial post is due by Day 3 at 11:59 p.m.