Order Entry and Results Flashcards
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In Epic's Results Review, the 'Trend' view is most useful for:
Answer: Tracking how a single lab value changes over multiple encounters
The Trend view displays sequential values for a specific test over time, helping clinicians monitor a patient's progress.
A radiologist finalizes an imaging report in Epic. The ordering provider is notified through which mechanism?
Answer: An In Basket message with the finalized report
Finalized radiology reports generate an In Basket message to the ordering provider so they can review and act on the findings.
Which of the following best describes an 'active' order in Epic?
Answer: An order that is currently in effect and being carried out
An active order is one that is currently in effect, meaning it is being executed or is available for administration/fulfillment.
When a provider uses the 'Modify' option on an existing medication order in Epic, what happens to the original order?
Answer: It is discontinued and replaced by the modified order
Modifying an order discontinues the original and creates a new order reflecting the updated parameters, maintaining an audit trail.
In Epic, which order priority level would be most appropriate for a non-urgent lab needed within 24 hours?
Answer: Routine
Routine priority is used for non-urgent orders that can be completed within a standard timeframe, typically 24 hours or less.
A 'Corrected' result status in Epic's Results Review means:
Answer: The lab amended a previously reported result with updated information
A corrected result indicates the laboratory has amended a previously final result, often due to a clerical or analytical error.
Which Epic feature allows nurses to document that a medication was not given to a patient and record the reason?
Answer: MAR Not Given documentation
The MAR allows nurses to document medications as 'Not Given' and select a reason such as patient refusal or medication unavailability.