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How does one add a PRN medication?

Learn how to add a PRN medication order within the medications tab of the resident chart.

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Written by Courtney Rule
Updated over a year ago
  1. Navigate to the 'Medications' tab:

  2. Select 'Add Order':

  3. Enter medication or treatment into the search bar:

  4. Select the desired medication name from the dropdown list. If a medication is not listed please select 'create' at the bottom of the list.

  5. One will be brought to a 'new order' screen

    Note: Dosage and Instructions are required. The tags found below the instructions field are optional and can be used if applicable.

  6. Next, fill out the 'Details' section of the order:

    Note: Select the 'Routine Schedule' dropdown for additional schedule options.

    Note: The 'Quantity' field is required. The 'Max Dosage and 'Min Time' are available to enter additional information. The 'Start Date' will show the current date but can be edited if desired. The 'End Date' will be blank which indicates the medication is active indefinitely. The 'Additional Instructions' field is available for extra commentary.

  7. Enter a condition if applicable.

  8. Enter the Prescribing Physician, Pharmacy, and RX Number if applicable.

  9. Once all information has been entered select 'Save':

  10. The medication will now be found under the 'Medications' tab with a purple PRN flag:

    Note: To edit a medication order, simply click on the order.

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