1.
To access a patient record in the EMR from your Meditech desktop, you can:
Correct Answer
B. Click on the EMR button
Explanation
The correct answer is "Click on the EMR button." This option is the most straightforward and logical way to access a patient record in the EMR from the Meditech desktop. Clicking on the PCS button or the EMR icon on the toolbar may not necessarily lead to accessing the patient record directly.
2.
If there are new results in the EMR since the last time you reviewed the patient's information, the words in the link buttons on the right side will be:
Correct Answer
D. Red
Explanation
The link buttons on the right side will be red if there are new results in the EMR since the last time you reviewed the patient's information. This indicates that there have been recent updates or changes in the patient's records, prompting the use of the color red to draw attention to these new results.
3.
Abnormal values in the EMR appear with a:
Correct Answer
A. Yellow background
Explanation
Abnormal values in the EMR appear with a yellow background because yellow is commonly used as a visual indicator to draw attention and signal caution. By highlighting abnormal values in yellow, it becomes easier for healthcare professionals to quickly identify and address any potential issues or abnormalities in the electronic medical record. This color choice helps improve patient safety and ensures that abnormal values are not overlooked or missed during the analysis of the EMR.
4.
What does the blue information circle stand for when seen at the end of a row of documentation?
Correct Answer
B. You can view more of the documentation by clicking on it
Explanation
The blue information circle at the end of a row of documentation stands for the option to view more of the documentation by clicking on it.
5.
Which link on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open a complete list of orders that have been placed on a patient?
Correct Answer
B. Order History
Explanation
The link "Order History" on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open a complete list of orders that have been placed on a patient. This link will provide a comprehensive record of all the orders that have been made for the patient, allowing healthcare providers to easily track and review the patient's medical history and treatment plans.
6.
Which link on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open the patient's documented past medical history?
Correct Answer
A. History
Explanation
The link "History" on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open the patient's documented past medical history. This link is specifically designed to provide access to the patient's medical history, allowing healthcare providers to review past diagnoses, treatments, surgeries, and any other relevant medical information. It is a crucial feature in electronic medical records systems as it provides a comprehensive overview of the patient's health history, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
7.
Which link on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open the patient's documented lab test results (CBC, BMP, etc)?
Correct Answer
D. Laboratory
Explanation
The link "Laboratory" on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open the patient's documented lab test results such as CBC, BMP, etc.
8.
When you are viewing lab results, what does the pink background with an asterisk represent?
Correct Answer
C. The result is considered a critical value
Explanation
The pink background with an asterisk represents that the lab result is considered a critical value. This means that the result is outside the normal range and requires immediate attention or further investigation by the healthcare provider.
9.
Which link on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open the patient's transcribed MRIs, X-Rays, CT Scans, and Ultrasounds?
Correct Answer
B. Imaging
Explanation
The correct answer is "Imaging". This is because the question asks for the link that will open the patient's transcribed MRIs, X-Rays, CT Scans, and Ultrasounds. The "Imaging" link is most likely to contain these types of diagnostic images and reports, making it the correct choice.
10.
Which link on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open the patient's dictated physician reports (H&Ps, consults)?
Correct Answer
C. Other Reports
Explanation
The correct answer is "Other Reports." This link on the right side of the screen in the EMR will open the patient's dictated physician reports such as H&Ps (History and Physicals) and consults. The "Pathology" link would open pathology reports, the "Imaging" link would open imaging reports, and the "Order History" link would show the patient's order history. Therefore, the appropriate link to access the dictated physician reports is "Other Reports."