Entering an As Needed Medication
Entering an As Needed Medication into a resident's medication list will allow documentation of when the medication was given. As needed medications are listed on the Today Screen "As Needed" medication option list as well as on the following paper forms:
- ‘As Needed’ Med Admin (incl. Response)
- ‘As Needed’ Pain Med (incl. Response)
- Resident Current medications report
Note: To enter or change medications, a user will need Staff Roles #1 - ResiDex Data Entry #3 - ResiDex Medications
How to Enter an As Needed Medication
- Follow the steps to enter a basic medication
- In the "Frequency" field - select "As Needed"
- We recommend entering "Indications"
- Enter the "Special Instructions"
- Select a "Report to Nurse" option
