Decision Support System for Medical Supply in RHU-Aurora

Using Differential Evolution

A Thesis Presented to the Faculty of the

College of Computing Studies, Information and
Communication Technology
Isabela State University
Cauayan Campus

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Christian James G. Rumbaoa

Christian Dan B. Bermudez
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Cauayan City, Isabela
COLLEGE OF COMPUTING STUDIES, INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

In an era where healthcare is evolving at a fast pace, making sound decisions is critical.
Decision support systems in healthcare facilitate decision-making for medical practitioners. These
systems use technology and artificial intelligence to provide information and insights that assist
healthcare professionals in providing care to their patients. A decision support system (DSS) in
healthcare functions as an assistant, providing guidance throughout the process (Patil, 2023).

The proposed DSS leverages the power of differential evolution, a robust and efficient
optimization algorithm, to enhance the planning, procurement, and distribution processes of medical
supplies. By integrating this algorithm with a comprehensive database of medical inventory and real-
time demand data, the system is designed to minimize shortages and overstock situations, ensuring
that critical supplies are always available when needed.

The implementation of Differential Evolution to construct a Decision Support System for

medicinal supply in RHU-Aurora has the potential to significantly improve healthcare management
in remote communities. Healthcare providers may secure the availability of essential medical
supplies while also providing quality treatment to the community by properly estimating demand,
optimizing inventory levels, and enhancing overall efficiency.

This study not only seeks to improve the operational efficiency of RHU-Aurora but also to
provide a scalable solution that can be adapted to other rural healthcare units facing similar supply
chain challenges. Through this initiative, this study aims to contribute to better healthcare delivery
and resource management, ultimately enhancing patient care and outcomes in rural communities.

Furthermore, this study aims to showcase the practical advantages of utilizing advanced
computational techniques in healthcare logistics. It aims to enhance the management of medical
supplies in RHU-Aurora, setting a precedent for other rural healthcare units, and ultimately
contributing to more resilient and responsive healthcare systems in underserved areas.

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1.2 Objectives of the Study

The primary goal is to investigate how Differential Evolution, a computational optimization

method, may be used to create a Decision Support System for RHU-Aurora's medical supply
management. Healthcare providers can increase overall medical supply management efficiency,
optimize inventory levels, and better estimate demand by putting this system into place.

Specifically, the study aims to:

a. Create a decision support system to predict future demand for medical supplies with
greater accuracy.

b. Determine the optimal reorder points and order quantities for medical supplies in
RHU-Aurora, and

c. Improve medical supply management's overall efficiency.

1.3 Significance of the Study

To health facility. This study is beneficial to health facilities as a whole since the Decision
Support System enhances patient care, providing them with innovative solutions to boost patient
satisfaction. This would further help them provide high-quality healthcare services.

To healthcare providers. This study aims to assist healthcare providers in preventing

stockouts and overstocking, thereby reducing costs and improving patient care. It ensures optimal
inventory levels, minimizing carrying costs, and improving resource allocation, leading to smoother
operations and reduced wastage, ultimately enhancing patient care quality.

To medical patients. This study, which aims to contribute to better healthcare delivery and
resource management, will primarily benefit medical patients, as proper medical supplies in health
facilities play an important role in many ways in improving their health.

To the future researchers. This study will help future researchers improve their
understanding of the critical role of developing a system for the efficient operation of a healthcare
facility. This study may also be useful as a reference tool and related study in their future research
endeavors.

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1.4 Scope and Delimitations

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2 THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK

2.1 Review of Related Literature

For the review of related literature, make sure to touch on the most important aspects of your
study. Use a topical outline. In your style of discussion, be sure to adopt a storyline. Do not forget
to cite all statements of facts, main ideas/trends, equations, findings, etc. Use APA format for the
citation. As much as possible, use most recent journal articles. Use books sparingly. And no
Wikipedia, please!

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table the label is not.

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2.2 Concept of the Study

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aspects of the study. Provide a description of the framework after the diagram.

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2.3 Definition of Terms

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3 OPERATIONAL FRAMEWORK

3.1 Materials

3.1.1 Software

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3.1.2 Hardware

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3.1.3 Data

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3.2 Methods

3.2.1 Experimental design

The headings given here for the methods are only suggestive. Adopt what is appropriate for
your research. For example, you would have experimental design if you used one such as
multivariate method and the like which would describe the number of tests you did and the conditions
for testing.

3.2.2 Procedures for the different phases

3.2.3 Evaluation

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