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

  1. Go to Settings > Alert Configuration
  2. Select alert category
  3. Click "Edit Thresholds"
  4. Enter custom values
  5. Set by unit/department (optional)
  6. Test with historical data
  7. 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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