Matching unmatched medication items in EMIS Web using dm+d codes involves a straightforward process aimed at ensuring accurate medication records. Start by accessing the patient's medication screen:
Steps to Match Unmatched Medications:
- Access Patient's Medication: Open the EMIS Web system, navigate to the patient's record, and select the Medication option from the Care Record menu.
- Select Unmatched Item: Identify the medication item that displays as unmatched in the list.
- Edit or Update Medication: Right-click on the unmatched item and select Edit or Update from the context menu.
- Enter dm+d Code: Use the dm+d code field to enter the specific code provided for the medication. This ensures precise identification of the medication from the database.
- Confirm Matching: Once the correct medication is identified via the dm+d code, confirm the selection to update the patient's medication record.
Using dm+d codes streamlines medication management, ensuring that medications are accurately matched, reducing errors, and enhancing patient safety.
Additional Benefits:
Ensuring medications are accurately matched and recorded not only enhances prescriptive accuracy but also facilitates better communication with pharmacies, leading to improved patient outcomes.
Tip: Regularly review unmatched medications to maintain an up-to-date and precise medication list for patient safety and care quality.
