The Medication Module has been enhanced with a feature to notify users when a patient is being prescribed a duplicate medication, this applies to both Brand and Generic name medications.
This Quick Reference Guide assumes that the user has a basic understanding as to how to access the Medications Module in EHR.
Accessing the Medication Search Window
To access the Medication Search window from the Medications Module:
- Click Prescribe New
In the Medication Search window:
- Type a description of the Medication in the Find field.
- Select desired Medication by double-clicking desired strength/dose.
Acknowledging the Duplicate Medication alert
If a duplicate is found, the Drug Interaction window will alert the User that the medication being prescribed is a Duplicate Medication. To Acknowledge the Interaction warning:
- Select a reason from the drop down menu (If Available).
- OR Free text reason in large text field
- Click Acknowledge
- Click Done
A reason is not required in order to Acknowledge Duplicate Medication interaction warnings, but is an option if you want to document the reason.
