Macros for Speed in System 6000 Macros for

Macros for Speed in System 6000 Macros for speed 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?

Why Are They Useful? Macros for speed • 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 Macros for speed • 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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What Software Do I Need? Macros for speed • Windows macro recorder • Dedicated macro software – Macro Express – Macro Magic – Shareware and freeware

Can I Use Them With My Clinical System? Macros for speed • 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.

Cut-out Template for Function Keys Macros for speed

Macro Express Macros for speed • 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 Macros for speed Sits in the system tray • C = codes • M = medication • R = referrals • S = sophies

Macro Express Macros for speed Popup windows for • Sophies • Medication • Read codes • Referrals

Macro Express Macros for speed Encounter buttons • Admin • Surgery • Phone • Visit • Casualty

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Macros Express demonstration Macros for speed …using MACEX. MEX file from clinical workstations at Well Close Square.

Macros Express demonstration Macros for speed • Encounters and the encounter buttons • Changing default view • Reauthorising repeat prescriptions • Answering reminders • Adding phone numbers

Macros Express demonstration Macros for speed • 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 Macros for speed Making a macro using the macro editor: An example Changing a current problem to a dormant problem

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Macros Express demonstration Macros for speed Making a macro using the macro editor: An example Ctrl F 10 - enter flu code and text <F 4>influ lik<ENTER>Persistent cough. Chest clear, adv steam inhalation and paracetamol.

Where Can I Find Out More? Macros for speed • 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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