Provider Workflow for Allergy Testing

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Prick/ID/Challenge Test Panel

You can document the test result in the Prick/ID/Challenge Test panel on the Testing - Allergy template. The Prick/ID/Challenge Test panel enables you to order and document the results of the following tests: Prick ID Challenge You can place the order on the Allergy Orders template. Prick/ID/Challenge Test panel After placing the orders, the Results section displays the first group of 20 allergens ordered. You can enter the test results in the Results section. Results section Orders Allergy Tests on the Testing - Allergy Template You can order for Prick, ID, and Challenge tests in the Prick/ID/Challenge Test panel. Document the Administration Details for Allergy Testing You can document the administration details for the Prick, ID, or Challenge allergy tests in the Results section of the Prick/ID/Challenge panel. Document Prick, ID, and Challenge Test Results You can document interpretations for Prick, ID, and Challenge allergy tests in the Results section of the Prick/ID/Challenge pan

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Challenge Tests Panel

You can use the Challenge Tests panel to enter the administration and other test data for previously ordered challenge tests. The Type and Allergen fields in the Challenge Tests panel display lists of the ordered Challenge test allergens. Challenge Tests Panel Record Vital Signs for the Challenge Test You can document the vital signs of a patient to perform the Challenge Tests. Perform a Skin, Oral, or Medication Challenge Test You can perform a skin, oral, or medication challenge test for a patient in the Challenge Tests panel. Perform an Exercise (Treadmill) Test You can perform a treadmill test to determine how well a response of a patient's heart during a physical activity. Record Challenge Test Results You can record a challenge test result on the Testing - Allergy template. Parent topic: Allergy Testing Workflow

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Allergy Testing Workflow

You can test and document a patient's asthma related issues on the Testing - Allergy template. You can perform and document the results of allergy testing for the Testing Only visit type. You can use the Testing - Allergy template for the following tests: Prick test ID test Challenge test Allergen Specific IgE test Begin a Testing Only Visit You can use the Testing Only visit type for patients allergy testing only. Prick/ID/Challenge Test Panel You can document the test result in the Prick/ID/Challenge Test panel on the Testing - Allergy template. Challenge Tests Panel You can use the Challenge Tests panel to enter the administration and other test data for previously ordered challenge tests. Provider Workflow for Allergy Testing You can review the patient's medical summary details on the Home Page template and then proceed to the SOAP and Finalize templates. Parent topic: Allergy and Immunology Related concepts Allergy and Immunology

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Record Allergen Specific IgE Test Results

You can review and enter Allergen Specific IgE test results in the Orders panel. Open NextGen® Enterprise EHR. On the SOAP - Allergy template, expand the Orders panel, and then select Labs. The ordered tests display in the grid. Select the ordered test from the grid, and then select Edit. The Orders Edit template opens. In the Result/report section, do the following: Select Completed after you have evaluated the test values. Select the On field, and select the test evaluation date. Enter Reason/comment and Interpretation. Select Save & Close. Parent topic: Provider Workflow for Allergy Testing

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Challenge Testing Evaluation

Following the completion of the Challenge testing, the provider must review the test results, evaluate the patient, and sign-off on the results. The patient is then discharged with instructions, if needed. Sign Off on Challenge Tests You need to sign off the encounter after the completion of Challenge Tests. Discharge the Patient after Challenge Testing You need to discharge the patient after Challenge testing and sign off. Parent topic: Provider Workflow for Allergy Testing

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Enter the Prick/ID/Challenge Results

The Prick/ID/Challenge Test panel enables providers to review and enter results for the patient's Prick, ID, and Challenge tests. You can enter the Challenge test results in the Challenge Tests panel. Open NextGen® Enterprise EHR. On the Testing - Allergy template, expand the Prick/ID/Challenge Test panel. Review the Results grid. Select the appropriate Test type. The ordered allergens appear in the Results section. Note: NextGen® Enterprise EHR displays the first group of 20. To view each subsequent group of tests, select one of the following group links: Orders 21-40 Orders 41-60 Orders 61-80 Orders 81-100 Orders 101-120 CAUTION: NextGen® Enterprise EHR clears the fields when you select another group of tests. If you enter any data for a current group of allergens, you must save that data before displaying the next group of tests. Record the following, as appropriate: Wheal (mm) Flare (mm) Record the Reactions on a scale of 0 - 4+ for each test. If you select 0, NextGen® Enterprise E

Provider Workflow for Allergy Testing

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