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# Scanning Medications in EdEHR

This guide will walk you through the process of scanning medications using EdEHR during your simulation or lab activities. Follow these steps to make sure your documentation is accurate and complete.

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### Step 1: Confirm Device Connections

Before you start, make sure your keyboard and scanner are connected to your device (computer, tablet, or phone) via Bluetooth. If either device is in sleep mode, pressing any button will wake it up and reconnect.

*Screenshot : Show Bluetooth settings on device with connected keyboard and scanner.*

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### Step 2: Open EdEHR

* Open your web browser in Incognito/Private Mode on your device (computer, tablet, or phone).
* Sign in to your Learning Hub account.
* Select the appropriate case study for your session.

*Screenshot : Show the EdEHR login page or Learning Hub case study selection.*

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### Step 3: Open the eMAR

* Navigate to the eMAR (electronic Medication Administration Record) section within your case study.

*Screenshot : Show the eMAR screen in EdEHR.*

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### Step 4: Start the Scanning Process

* When it’s time to scan medications, click the BarCode button on the eMAR.

*Screenshot : Highlight the BarCode button on the eMAR screen.*

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### Step 5: Scan Patient and Medication

* A pop-up will appear.
* First, select the field to scan the patient MRN (Medical Record Number).
* Use your scanner to scan the patient’s armband QR code.
* Next, select the scan medication field.
* Scan the barcode on the medication package.
* Click “Save” to confirm.

*Screenshot : Show the pop-up for scanning MRN and medication, and the scanning process.*

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### Step 6: Check Your Work

* After saving, the medication you scanned will be highlighted on the eMAR.
* Administer and document the medication as per your procedure.

*Screenshot : Show the eMAR with the medication highlighted after scanning.*

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### Troubleshooting Tips

* If your scanner isn’t working, check that it’s connected via Bluetooth and not in sleep mode.
* Make sure you are scanning the correct patient and medication. If you scan the wrong one, the field won’t populate.
* If all else fails, turn off the keyboard (sometimes this helps with scanning issues) and try again.
* If you’re still stuck, ask your facilitator or simulation tech for help.

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By following these steps and using the right barcodes, you’ll be ready to document medication administration in EdEHR just like in a real clinical setting.


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