Author Question: Which statement(s) is/are true regarding computerized prescriber order entry (CPOE)? (Select all ... (Read 51 times)

lak · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Which statement(s) is/are true regarding computerized prescriber order entry (CPOE)? (Select all that apply.)

a. Integrates the ordering system with the pharmacy, laboratory, and nurses' stations
b. Provides instant access to online information to facilitate patient care needs
c. Facilitates review of ordered medications for potential drug interactions
d. Facilitates review of drugs for appropriateness of dosages
e. Alleviates the need to perform mathematical computations

Question 2

Which lab test(s) would be used to assess liver and/or renal function before administering medications? (Select all that apply.)

a. CBC
b. LDH
c. ALT
d. Crs
e. BUN
f. aPTT

orangecrush · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
CPOE systems integrate patient information, provide instant access, facilitate review of ordered medications for potential drug interactions, and facilitate review of drugs for appropriateness of dosages. Alleviation of the need to perform mathematical computations is not a component of the CPOE system.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, E
Liver function tests include LDH (lactic dehydrogenase) and ALT (alanine aminotransferase). Renal function tests include Crs (serum creatinine) and BUN (blood urea nitrogen). Although a CBC (complete blood count) and an aPTT are useful in assessing the patient before administration of medication, they are not renal or hepatic function tests.