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Macros for Speed in System 6000. Bradley Cheek http://www.wellclosesquare.co.uk. 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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Macros for Speed in System 6000 Bradley Cheek http://www.wellclosesquare.co.uk
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?
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
Some Examples • Repetitive administrative functions • Entering lab test results • A consultation for • Cystitis • Back pain • A prescription for helicobacter eradication therapy • The common cold
What Software Do I Need? • Windows macro recorder • Dedicated macro software • Macro Express • Macro Magic • Shareware and freeware
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.
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
Macro Express Sits in the system tray • C = codes • M = medication • R = referrals • S = sophies
Macro Express Popup windows for • Sophies • Medication • Read codes • Referrals
Macro Express Encounter buttons • Admin • Surgery • Phone • Visit • Casualty
Macros Express demonstration …using MACEX.MEX file from clinical workstations at Well Close Square.
Macros Express demonstration • Encounters and the encounter buttons • Changing default view • Reauthorising repeat prescriptions • Answering reminders • Adding phone numbers
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
Macros Express Making a macro using the macro editor: An example Changing a current problem to a dormant problem
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.
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.
Macros for Speed http://www.wellclosesquare.co.uk