Customizing Alert Thresholds
Learn how to set custom thresholds for different alert types.
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Updated Jan 9, 2026
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Customizing Alert Thresholds
Tailor alert sensitivity to your organization's needs.
Default Thresholds
Neurithum comes with evidence-based default thresholds, but you can customize them for your population.
Threshold Types
Vital Sign Thresholds
- Heart rate (high/low)
- Blood pressure (systolic/diastolic)
- Respiratory rate
- Temperature
- Oxygen saturation
Risk Score Thresholds
- Fall risk
- Sepsis risk
- Deterioration risk
- Readmission risk
Lab Value Thresholds
- Hemoglobin
- Creatinine
- Glucose
- Electrolytes
Setting Custom Thresholds
- Go to Settings > Alert Configuration
- Select alert category
- Click "Edit Thresholds"
- Enter custom values
- Set by unit/department (optional)
- Test with historical data
- Activate changes
Best Practices
- Start with defaults and adjust based on alert volume
- Review false positive rates monthly
- Consider population characteristics
- Document threshold changes
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