[Revised Nov 04]
The user can specify any number of patient instruction 'sig' codes.
Setting up a new Sig
Normally these are set up 'on the fly' during dispensing. When a sig fails to translate;
1. Select Edit then 'Patient Instruction code' (or the shortcut of <ctrl> + <I> from within dispensing) and define it for future use.
2. Sigs are case sensitive. 'A' is distinguished from 'a' so that 'A = C&A Warning 'A'' will not appear when "Dab a little..." is entered. There is an 'Upper/lower case' option box to specify which will be recognised.
3. Initial or Following is specified so that translations for the Initial word of an instructions can be different from translation of following words, to ensure correct grammar and translation. E.g. "a = Apply" is often defined as an Initial sig and this will not cause problems with "Dab a little.." since "a" here is a following instruction. Enter a sig both ways if it may correctly appear as either the initial or following word.
4. "Not To Be Taken" NTBT, can be attached to a sig so that its use will automatically bring up 'Not to be taken'. E.g. 'a = Apply' is almost always used for topical application so can usefully have NTBT attached. In the few cases where it is not wanted, as in "Apply a little to the mouth ulcer" type in "Apply" in full.
5. Frequency/Period. These are used internally in order to calculate the number of days supply given, to predict when repeats are due and check on patient compliance. When creating a New sig, or Modifying an existing one, enter the maximum number of doses in 24 hours as 'Frequency' and always select 'Daily' for the 'period'. Other periods should not be used.
E.g. - 'tds' implies a Frequency of 3 times in 24 hours ('Daily' period).
- 'qqh' implies a frequency of 6 times in 24 hours.
- 'prn' does not imply any particular frequency, so leave blank.
- '2c' = 'Take TWO capsules' does not imply a frequency, so leave blank (it does imply a dose, but 'RxOne' will take care of that itself).
To modify (Edit) an existing 'Sig'
'RxOne' comes with all common sigs pre-defined. These should not be removed as relievers will expect to find them there.
- From the Main Menu, Edit then Patient Instruction codes.
- Highlight the sig to edit, and select Modify.
- Edit as required. If claiming on Claims, see instructions above for 'Frequency/Period'.
Notes
1. Scripts are normally dispensed in lower case, and 'RxOne' will capitalise when required. If sigs do not translate, use of 'caps lock' may be the reason.
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