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      Medication Order Preparation

      Set and Document that you prepared the medication before giving it

      FAQ: I need my staff to document that they took all the medications out of the Mediset and prepared for the resident to take them, how do I add that to each medication?

      1. Add the Medication and Enable Medication Order Prep

        • When adding a new medication, make sure to edit it after entering the pharmacy order.
        • Scroll to the bottom of the medication details and check the "Med Order Prep" option.
        • Add preparation instructions, such as "Take out med from mediset."
        • If the preparation is mandatory, leave the "Skip Preparation" option unchecked.

      2. Go to MedPass to Administer the Medication

        • When passing the medication, go to MedPass in Synkwise.
        • Look for the red icon indicating that preparation instructions are required.

      3. Follow Preparation Instructions

        • Click "Given," and a prompt will display the preparation instruction (e.g., "Take out med from mediset").
        • Select that you’ve prepared the medication (e.g., placed it in a cup).

      4. Handle Additional Preparation Needs

        • If there’s another reason or preparation step, select the "Other" box.
        • Use the provided space to write any additional notes if necessary.

      5. Save the Medication as Given

        • Once the preparation and notes are complete, save the entry to mark the medication as administered.
        • Ensure to add the "Med Order Prep" option each time a medication is added.


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