1.
Which Navigator will you use to update a patient's orders during their inpatient stay?
Correct Answer
B. Rounding Navigator
Explanation
The Rounding Navigator is the correct answer because it is the navigator that is used to update a patient's orders during their inpatient stay. Rounding typically refers to the process of healthcare professionals, such as doctors or nurses, making daily rounds to check on patients and make any necessary adjustments to their treatment plans or orders. Therefore, the Rounding Navigator would be the most appropriate option for updating a patient's orders during their inpatient stay.
2.
How do you change the details of an order?
Correct Answer
C. Click on the blue Summary Sentence to open the Order Composer
Explanation
To change the details of an order, you can click on the blue Summary Sentence to open the Order Composer. This suggests that there is a specific option or feature within the Order Composer that allows you to modify the details of the order. This option is likely more efficient and simpler than deleting the order and re-entering it or selecting order entry and writing an additional order.
3.
If you often type the same phrases and sentences while charting, you can create your own Smart Phrase to save time in the future.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement is true. Creating Smart Phrases can indeed save time while charting if you frequently use the same phrases and sentences. Smart Phrases allow you to store commonly used text and insert it with just a few keystrokes, eliminating the need to type the entire phrase every time. This feature is especially helpful for healthcare professionals who need to document similar information repeatedly.
4.
When changing the form of a medication you must
Correct Answer
A. Manually discontinue the original order then enter the new order
Explanation
When changing the form of a medication, it is necessary to manually discontinue the original order before entering the new order. This ensures that the old order is properly terminated and no longer active in the system. By manually discontinuing the original order, healthcare providers can accurately track and manage medication changes, preventing any confusion or errors that may arise from having multiple active orders for the same medication.
5.
Each medication in the medication reconciliation section must be reviewed prior to transfer and or discharge
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because medication reconciliation is a crucial step in ensuring patient safety during transfers and discharges. It involves comparing the medications a patient was taking before admission with the medications prescribed during their stay to identify any discrepancies, such as omissions, duplications, or dosing errors. By reviewing each medication prior to transfer or discharge, healthcare providers can ensure that the patient's medication list is accurate and up-to-date, reducing the risk of adverse drug events and improving continuity of care.
6.
When writing your daily Porgress or Consult Note, Cooper's expectation is that you will
Correct Answer
D. Use the Smart Text Templates that have been created by your specialty
Explanation
The correct answer is to use the Smart Text Templates that have been created by your specialty. This is because Cooper's expectation is that you will utilize these templates to ensure consistency and efficiency in your daily progress or consult notes. By using the pre-designed templates, you can save time and effort in documenting patient information accurately and effectively.
7.
You have pended a note that you were writing, who can see your pended note
Correct Answer
C. Only you, the author of the note
Explanation
When you pend a note that you were writing, it means that the note is saved or put on hold temporarily without being shared or visible to anyone else. Therefore, only you, as the author of the note, can see it.
8.
You need to make a change or addition to a filed note, what is that called in Epic?
Correct Answer
A. Adding an Addendum
Explanation
In Epic, when you need to make a change or addition to a filed note, it is called "Adding an Addendum." This means that you are adding new information or making a revision to an existing note without altering the original content. The term "Addendum" implies that the additional information is being appended to the original note, providing a clear and organized way to document any updates or modifications.
9.
A stop sign in a field indicates
Correct Answer
D. A required field
Explanation
A stop sign in a field typically indicates that it is a required field, meaning that it is mandatory to stop at that location. Stop signs are used to regulate traffic and ensure safety, so it is important for drivers to obey them. Therefore, the correct answer is "A required field."
10.
When entering a medication as "patient supplied" you must click on which hyperlink
Correct Answer
C. Additional Order Details
Explanation
When entering a medication as "patient supplied," you must click on the "Additional Order Details" hyperlink. This option allows you to provide additional information about the medication, such as dosage instructions, quantity, or any specific instructions related to the patient's use of the medication. This helps in ensuring accurate and comprehensive documentation of the patient-supplied medication.
11.
When completing the providers window, when siginig orders, the Authorizing Provider is
Correct Answer
A. The clinician who is responsible for the order
Explanation
The correct answer is "The clinician who is responsible for the order." This is because the authorizing provider is the clinician who has the authority and responsibility to approve and authorize the order. They are ultimately responsible for the decision and outcome of the order. The other options, such as the clinician who gave the order or the resident who entered the order, may be involved in the process but they are not the ones ultimately responsible for authorizing the order.
12.
When entering an order for a tapered medication you should select which option?
Correct Answer
B. Followed By
Explanation
When entering an order for a tapered medication, the appropriate option to select is "Followed By." This indicates that the medication should be administered in a tapering manner, gradually reducing the dosage over a specified period of time. This is commonly done to prevent withdrawal symptoms or to gradually wean a patient off a medication. The other options, "Or" and "Either Or," do not convey the specific instruction of tapering the medication.
13.
It is ok to share your user id and password with a co-worker
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Sharing your user id and password with a co-worker is not okay because it violates basic security principles. Your user id and password are personal and confidential information that should only be known and used by you. Sharing this information with someone else increases the risk of unauthorized access to your accounts and sensitive data. It is important to maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials to protect your personal and professional information from potential misuse or security breaches.
14.
In a note, three astrisks *** (wildcard) inidcates
Correct Answer
D. a required field where text or a value must be manually entered or the astrisks deleted
Explanation
The answer is a required field where text or a value must be manually entered or the asterisks deleted. This is because the question states that three asterisks (***) indicate a required field where text or a value must be manually entered or the asterisks deleted.
15.
Patients will automatically fall off your personal "My List" but must be manually removed from the "System List"
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Patients will automatically fall off your personal "My List" but must be manually removed from the "System List". This statement is false. In reality, patients will not automatically fall off your personal "My List". They will remain on the list until they are manually removed. However, patients may be automatically removed from the "System List" based on certain criteria or actions, such as being discharged from the hospital or completing their treatment.
16.
What is the most efficient way in Epic to indicate that you have completed a consult order
Correct Answer
B. Open the patient chart, write your consult note, associate the note with the consult order and sign your note
Explanation
The most efficient way in Epic to indicate that you have completed a consult order is by opening the patient chart, writing your consult note, associating the note with the consult order, and signing your note. This ensures that the consult note is linked to the specific consult order and can be easily accessed and reviewed by other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care. Discharging the patient is not directly related to completing a consult order and may not provide the necessary documentation and communication required for comprehensive patient care.
17.
The Problem List is used to document the patients ongoing medical issues, this is required doucmentation and must be completed by the nurse
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The Problem List is not solely the responsibility of the nurse to complete. It is a collaborative effort among the healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to document the patient's ongoing medical issues. While nurses play a crucial role in updating and maintaining the Problem List, it is not their sole responsibility.
18.
Medications from the Medication List in the Review PTA Medications section are a combination of prescriptions from previous encounters and patient reported medications. The House Icon indicates
Correct Answer
B. An outpatient prescritpion ordered in Epic from a previous encounter
Explanation
The medications from the Medication List in the Review PTA Medications section are a combination of prescriptions from previous encounters and patient-reported medications. The House Icon indicates an outpatient prescription ordered in Epic from a previous encounter. This means that the correct answer is "An outpatient prescription ordered in Epic from a previous encounter."
19.
One way to change a smart list selection you have made mistakenly is to right click on the selection and choose "reselect Smart List selection"
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
To change a smart list selection that was made mistakenly, one can right click on the selection and choose "reselect Smart List selection." This option allows the user to correct any errors or change their selection without having to start over or go through a complicated process.
20.
Clicking "MARK AS REVIEWED" for paitent allergies, PTA Meds and / or Patient History means
Correct Answer
A. You have revierwed and confirmed the documented information with the paitent or the patients representative
Explanation
Clicking "MARK AS REVIEWED" for patient allergies, PTA Meds, and/or Patient History means that you have reviewed and confirmed the documented information with the patient or the patient's representative.
21.
To place Transfusion and Restraint orders you must
Correct Answer
D. Use the order set in one of the Navigators: Admit, Transfer,Rounding, Consult or Discharge
Explanation
The correct answer is to use the order set in one of the Navigators: Admit, Transfer, Rounding, Consult, or Discharge. This means that in order to place Transfusion and Restraint orders, you need to utilize the order set within one of these specific Navigators. It is not necessary to use Order Entry, Call Admissions, or the Preference List for this purpose.
22.
If you are not a Pediatrician or Neonatologist, when you need to order a pediatric or neonatal dose of a medication you may need to select the
Correct Answer
D. Facility List Tab
Explanation
The Facility List Tab is the correct answer because when a healthcare professional who is not a Pediatrician or Neonatologist needs to order a pediatric or neonatal dose of a medication, they can refer to the Facility List Tab. This tab provides a comprehensive list of medications and their appropriate doses for pediatric and neonatal patients. It ensures that the healthcare professional selects the correct dose based on the patient's age, weight, and medical condition, promoting safe and effective medication administration. The Preference List, Smart Sets, and Order Entry options may not specifically cater to pediatric and neonatal doses, making the Facility List Tab the most suitable choice.
23.
For your orders to be released and active you must sign them.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
To ensure that your orders are released and active, it is necessary to sign them. Signing the orders indicates your acknowledgment and agreement with the terms and conditions mentioned in them. Without your signature, the orders may not be considered valid or enforceable. Therefore, it is important to sign the orders for them to be processed and implemented.
24.
A pended note can be completed from the Navigator in which it was written or in the Notes Activity on the Incomplete Tab
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
A pended note refers to a note that has been saved or put on hold for future completion. According to the given statement, a pended note can be completed either from the Navigator in which it was originally written or from the Notes Activity on the Incomplete Tab. This implies that there are multiple ways to access and complete a pended note, providing flexibility and convenience to the user. Therefore, the statement is true.
25.
When placing orders in Epic the system will automatically check the new orders with existing orders for interactions with other medications, food and allergies. The system will also check for dosing of medidcations, duplicat therapies, contraindications and IV compatbility. If a potential issue is identified, you are required to respond using the
Correct Answer
B. Medication Warnings Window
Explanation
The Medication Warnings Window is the correct answer because it is the specific tool within the Epic system that alerts users to potential issues with medication orders. It automatically checks new orders against existing orders for interactions with other medications, food, and allergies, as well as checks for dosing of medications, duplicate therapies, contraindications, and IV compatibility. If a potential issue is identified, the Medication Warnings Window will display a warning message, prompting the user to take appropriate action.
26.
When you need assistance with Epic there is an Epic support line that you can call, the number is on the front of the books you were given
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that there is an Epic support line available for assistance with Epic. It further states that the number for the support line can be found on the front of the books provided. This implies that the given statement is true, as it provides information about the availability and location of the Epic support line.