Exception Management
Why Exceptions Exist
Exceptions exist because protocols cannot anticipate all circumstances. Their presence signals system maturity, not failure. A system without exception handling is a system that cannot recognize its own limits.
Detection Mechanisms
Exceptions are detected through defined criteria: metabolic instability, adherence deviation, adverse event signals, or prescriber intervention. Detection is systematic, not discretionary.
Escalation Paths
Escalation follows predefined paths. Severity determines routing. Higher-severity exceptions reach clinical oversight faster. Escalation is logged and time-stamped.
Responsibility Preservation
Exception handling preserves responsibility attribution. When an exception is escalated, the receiving party assumes documented responsibility. Chain of custody is maintained throughout resolution.