How do I navigate and use the Investigations screen in a patient's care record?

Using the Investigations Screen

The Investigations screen within EMIS Web provides essential tools for managing patient data. It offers two primary views:

• Values View: Displays the latest values recorded in a patient's care record.
• View Reports: Shows a comprehensive list of all lab results.

Range Indicators provide a quick visual summary, indicating any abnormal values with red bars or exclamation marks.

Accessing the Investigations Screen

Navigate to the Care Record and select 'Investigations' from the EMIS Web menu. Choose a patient if one is not already selected.

Ribbon Options

The ribbon at the top of the Investigations screen offers various functionalities:

• Add/Edit: Insert or modify entries such as allergies, consultations, or test requests.
• Trend: Use to identify patterns in patient's data via tabular or graphical representations.
• Filter: Display only selected results, such as the latest or solely abnormal values.
• Print: Output patient data in a summarised or comprehensive format as needed.
• Search: Locate specific text or codes within investigations quickly.

Using the Trend functionality, clinicians can visualise the progression of a patient’s condition, aiding in timely interventions and enhanced patient care.

Visualizing Data

Select the required values and click Trend in the ribbon. Choose either Tabular or Graphical to display data accordingly. Up to four values can be displayed on a single graph for a comparative analysis. Tip: Hover over lengthy text for tooltips offering full descriptions, ensuring you catch all details. Did you know? [Hero Health's Care Navigation and Triage](https://www.herohealthsoftware.net/nhs-features/care-navigation) can streamline patient data input and enhance record accuracy by directing patients to relevant services or appointments, ensuring efficient and comprehensive care management. Utilise these features to efficiently manage patient care records and enhance data analysis capabilities, promoting better patient outcomes and streamlined practice operations.