macros for speed macros for speed in system 6000 bradley cheek
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Macros for speed
Macros for Speed in System 6000
Bradley Cheek
http://www.wellclosesquare.co.uk
Macros for speed
Macros for Speed
• Why are macros useful in System 6000?
• What software do I need?
• Can I use them with my clinical system?
• Some examples of macros
• A demonstration of Macro Express
• Where can I find out more?
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Why Are They Useful?
• Speeds up data entry– Less use of computer during the consultation– Saves time
• Accuracy of data entry
• More complete data entry
• Avoid boring repetitive tasks
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Some Examples
• Repetitive administrative functions– Entering lab test results
• A consultation for – Cystitis– Back pain– A prescription for helicobacter eradication
therapy– The common cold
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Macros for speed
What Software Do I Need?
• Windows macro recorder
• Dedicated macro software– Macro Express– Macro Magic– Shareware and freeware
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Can I Use Them With My Clinical System?
• Sure!
• Avoid keystrokes that are specific shortcuts for your system.
• Plan the range of macros you want before you start.
• Make a “reminder” card to stick above the function keys.
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Cut-out Template for Function Keys
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Macro Express
• http://www.macros.com– Free evaluation– Templates from www.wellclosesquare.co.uk
• Flexible– Can run macros from macros– Sophisticated pop-up boxes– Adds to system tray
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Macro Express
Sits in the system tray
• C = codes
• M = medication
• R = referrals
• S = sophies
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Macro Express
Popup windows for
• Sophies
• Medication
• Read codes
• Referrals
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Macro Express
Encounter buttons
• Admin
• Surgery
• Phone
• Visit
• Casualty
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Macros Express demonstration
…using MACEX.MEX file from clinical workstations at Well Close Square.
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Macros Express demonstration
•Encounters and the encounter buttons
•Changing default view
•Reauthorising repeat prescriptions
•Answering reminders
•Adding phone numbers
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Macros Express demonstration
•Pop Code
•Pop Med
•Pop Ref
•Pop Rem
•Pop Soph
Awkward read codes
Commonly used medication
Standard referral codes
Filled in reminders
Easy access Sophies
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Macros Express
Making a macro using the macro editor:
An example
Changing a current problem to a dormant problem
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Macros Express demonstration
Making a macro using the macro editor:
An example
Ctrl F10 - enter flu code and text
<F4>influ lik<ENTER>Persistent cough. Chest clear, adv steam inhalation and paracetamol.
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Where Can I Find Out More?
• http://www.macros.com for an evaluation copy of macro express.
• http://www.wellclosesquare.co.uk for an example of macros for system 6000 using macro express.
• Torus for a detailed explanation of using macros in clinical software.
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Macros for Speed
http://www.wellclosesquare.co.uk