Navigate to the 'Medications' tab:
Select 'Add Order':
Enter medication or treatment into the search bar:
Select the desired medication name from the dropdown list. If a medication is not listed please select 'create' at the bottom of the list.
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.
Next, fill out the 'Details' section of the order:
Note: Select the 'Routine Schedule' dropdown for additional schedule options.
Note: The 'Quantity', 'Frequency', 'Passing Time', and 'Duration' fields are required. 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.
Note: The 'First Dose' and 'Last Dose' date will auto-calculate per part. Select 'Add Another Part' to complete the next segment of the tapered dose.
Enter a condition if applicable.
Enter the Prescribing Physician, Pharmacy, and RX Number if applicable.
Once all information has been entered select 'Save':
The medication will now be found under the 'Medications' tab:
Note: To edit a medication order, simply click on the order.
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Written by Courtney Rule
Updated over a year ago












