Which complex task is explicitly required for a fully functional electronic prescription system to handle reliably?
Validation: Checking for insurance coverage and potential interactions
A fully functional electronic prescription system must perform several critical steps beyond merely sending the data. These steps build trust and safety into the workflow. Four primary functions are listed: Authentication (verifying the prescriber), Transmission (secure sending), Validation, and updating the Dispensing Record. The Validation step is specifically described as checking essential information, such as verifying patient insurance coverage and flagging potential drug interactions at or near the point of care. This crucial safety net ensures the prescription is not only transmitted correctly but is also clinically and financially viable before dispensing occurs.
