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Document Risk Factor Indicators

  1. Click the Configure icon on the top corner of the template.
    The Oph Risk Factors Config template opens.
    oph risk factors config

  2. If the patient has no risk conditions, select the No risk indicators check box and then click Save & Close.
  3. Select Yes, No, or Unknown for the following risk factors.
    • Diabetes
    • Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Hypertension
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Glaucoma
  4. To document tobacco use, click the Tobacco Usage link and enter tobacco usage information.
  5. If appropriate, select the Tobacco cessation discussed check box.
    The Tobacco Cessation Discussed template opens for you to select additional details.
  6. Click Save & Close.
    Risk factors information appears in the Risk Indicator bar at the top of the template.