TIPS & TRICKS & Shortcuts

Here are a few tips that might help you use CPRS better.

·      In most windows or boxes, you can click on your right mouse button to get a pop-up window with a definition and/or a list of possible actions.

·      In the sign-on box, you must press the tab key (not Enter or Return) to move between the access and verify code fields.

Shortcut: In the Access Code box, type your access code, then a semicolon, then your verify code, then hit the Enter or Return key, and you will go immediately to the Patient Selection window.

·      You can see detailed information about items on the Cover Sheet by double-clicking on them.

·      You can change the size of most CPRS windows using typical Windows conventions:

·      Other programs, including non-VA applications, can be attached to the Tools menu for easy access. Programs such as Excel, WordPerfect, Project, commercial Progress Notes packages, MedLine, are examples of commercial applications. Hospital policies and locally developed utilities or programs can also be "hooked" onto this menu. See your clinical coordinator or IRM specialist if you would like this done.