* Outpatients – Prescribing for administration in clinic
This guide shows how to prescribe a medication to be given in clinic.
- In the relevant Workflow click on New Order Entry.
- Ensure the Given in Clinic button is selected.
- Search for and select the Medication required and if applicable the most appropriate order sentence.
- If you are ordering more than one medication repeat Step 3.
- If the Ordering Clinician window appears select Communication Type.
- Open shopping basket and Sign order.
- Complete any missing required details for order and click the Sign button at the bottom right.
- The Medication ordered will now be visible in the Order Profile section of the Outpatient Workflow.
- The Nurse will be able to document the administration of the medication from Drug Chart in the Patient Record.
Updated: 24 February 2026