Epic Skills Assessment Order Entry and Results 4

Question 1

In Epic's Results Review, the 'Trend' view is most useful for:

Accepted Answer

Tracking how a single lab value changes over multiple encounters

Answer

The Trend view displays sequential values for a specific test over time, helping clinicians monitor a patient's progress.

Question 2

A radiologist finalizes an imaging report in Epic. The ordering provider is notified through which mechanism?

Accepted Answer

An In Basket message with the finalized report

Answer

Finalized radiology reports generate an In Basket message to the ordering provider so they can review and act on the findings.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes an 'active' order in Epic?

Accepted Answer

An order that is currently in effect and being carried out

Answer

An active order is one that is currently in effect, meaning it is being executed or is available for administration/fulfillment.

Question 4

When a provider uses the 'Modify' option on an existing medication order in Epic, what happens to the original order?

Accepted Answer

It is discontinued and replaced by the modified order

Answer

Modifying an order discontinues the original and creates a new order reflecting the updated parameters, maintaining an audit trail.

Question 5

In Epic, which order priority level would be most appropriate for a non-urgent lab needed within 24 hours?

Accepted Answer

Routine

Answer

Routine priority is used for non-urgent orders that can be completed within a standard timeframe, typically 24 hours or less.

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