Manually Add a Morphine Order with a Running Count

Add a range order narcotic count and keep track of the quantity on hand

FAQ: I want to add a morphine order with a running count manually; how do I do this?

  1. Go to the Medication List

    • Open the Medication List in Synkwise.
  2. Add a New Medication

    • Click Add Medication and begin typing the medication name, "morphine."
    • Select Morphine from the list.
  3. Input Medication Details

    • Set the drug route to oral.
    • Enter the drug strength as indicated on the bottle (e.g., 20 mg/5 ml).
    • Choose the solution form.
    • Select the start date (backdating, if necessary, such as the 16th).
  4. Configure Order Details

    • Mark the medication as a narcotic.
    • Set the frequency (e.g., every 2 hours).
    • Input the dose (e.g., 0.25 ml for the smallest amount).
    • Add specific instructions (e.g., “Take 0.25 ml as needed”).
    • If it is a range order, consider adding a second order to account for the range.
  5. Add the Reason and Quantity

    • Keep the reason short (e.g., “For pain”).
    • Under Track Quantity, input the total amount of medication in the bottle (e.g., 30 ml).
    • Set a reminder to refill when the quantity is low (e.g., at 5 ml).
  6. Save the Order

    • Save the morphine order.
  7. Administer the Medication

    • Navigate to MedPass to administer the medication.
    • Backdate the administration, if needed (e.g., select the 16th).
    • Confirm the medication was administered and follow up with the effectiveness details.
  8. Review the Narcotic Count

    • Check the narcotic count under Reevils to confirm the updated quantity (e.g., 29.75 ml after administering 0.25 ml).
    • View the history to track all deductions.


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