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Document the Initial Assessment Details on the Patient's Suicide Status

  1. Open NextGen® Enterprise EHR.
  2. For a patient encounter, open a template.
  3. Select the Screening Tools link.
    The Screening Tools template opens.
  4. Select CAMS Suicide Status Form (SSF-5) First Session.
  5. Select the assessment date.
  6. In the Patient panel, let the patient complete the details with your assistance.
  7. In the Clinician panel, document the patient's suicidal details.
  8. In the CAMS Treatment Plan panel, document the patient's suicidal drivers and the recommended stabilization plans.
  9. In the Clinician Post-Session Evaluation panel, document your evaluation of the patient's assessment details.
  10. In the Signature panel, document the necessary signatories.
  11. Select Save & Close.
    The severity and interpretation information appears in the Screening Tools Performed grid in the Screening Tool window.