Hyperspace is the integrated platform that hosts the Epic applications. Hyperspace basics are common tools and features a user can access within Hyperspace.

Resources

The following resources provide information on Hyperspace functionality.

• Glossary - (Handout) - List of definitions of Epic terminology used within the educational resources.

• PC Basics (PCB001) - (eLearning: 16.5 min) - Master these computer basics to navigate Epic software.
• Here's Why...A New Home for Search (POSS199) - (Video: 2min) Learn about the central location for searching and navigating within Epic.
• Code Status Considerations - (Handout) Staff needing to review and better understand code statuses ordered for patients will find some explanation here as well as Key Points and Recommendations.
• FastPass Quick Start Guide - (Handout) Instructions for using FastPass.
• Finding Patient Information Fast with Chart Search - (Handout) Save time and clicks with Chart Search, a powerful search engine right in Epic.
• Improving Visibility in Epic - (Handout) There are tools available both within Epic and outside of Epic that can make working in Epic easier for the visually impaired.
• Locate Available Epic Help Resources - (Handout) There are many ways to learn more about Epic other than the classroom training that we offer. Find out more about locating and using your Learning Home Dashboard, Epic Playground environment, Epic Assistance, and A-Z Resources.
• Overview of Hyperspace for Revenue and Access Products (GEN006) - (eLearning: 13 min) This Epic-created eLearning provides an introduction to Epic Hyperspace from the Revenue and Access perspective.
• Patient Search Mnemonics - (Handout) Epic completion matching makes it easy to find what you’re searching for without having to type the entire description. This handout includes mnemonics to help you search for patients via different patient identifiers.
• Patient Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) - (Handout) Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Information is now more visible to staff providing care.
• Personalizing Menus and Activities in Epic - (Handout) Users can personalize the display of different menus and activities in Epic.
• Recents and Favorites Menu - (Handout) Users can switch between departments with just a couple clicks. The Recents and Favorites menu allows users to quickly change to recently used departments or departments favorited within the menu. 
• Specialty Comments (POSS087) - (Video: 2 min) Learn how to record comments that all clinical staff in your department or specialty can see, and even update.
• Understanding the Epic Workspace - (Handout) Hyperspace uses a variety of menus, tabs, and buttons to help the user access information.
• User Dictionary (POSS022) - (Video: 1 min) Learn how to use shortcuts to enter common and often misspelled words using the User Dictionary.
• When to Use the Epic Classic Icon to Access Epic - (Handout) After the upcoming update, you will have two icons for access to Epic. The Epic icon opens Epic in a new web-based platform, and the Epic Classic icon opens Epic in the previous platform.

Epic Keyboard Shortcuts

• Hyperspace Keyboard Shortcuts - (Handout) There are a number of shortcut key combinations that can be used for common Hyperspace actions.
• Hyperspace Date and Time Shortcuts - (Handout) Use of these shortcuts in date or time fields will automatically generate a date or time in that field.

Printers

• Print Profile and Changing a Printer - (Handout) Print profiles are created for Epic printing at a specific location. You can manually override the Print Profile defined printer and choose a different printer if desired.
• Saving Printer as a Favorite - (Handout) You can now click the icon next to a printer to mark it as a favorite. Once set, the next time you print a document, the printer appears in the Suggested Printers list for the user to quickly select.

Intro to Epic Videos

• Overview of Hyperspace for General Use (GEN006) - (eLearning: 11 min) Understand the components of Hyperspace (Epic) and how to navigate within it.
• Overview of Hyperspace in an Outpatient Setting (CLNAMB001) - (eLearning: 11.5 min) Understand the components of and how to navigate Hyperspace in an outpatient setting.
• Overview of Hyperspace in an Inpatient Setting (CLNINP001) - (eLearning: 9.5 min) Understand the components of and how to navigate Hyperspace in an inpatient setting.
• Overview of Hyperspace for Providers (MD100) - (eLearning: 12 min) Understand the structure of Epic and get to know Hyperspace.
• Help Resources (VIEW101) - (Video: 12 min) The help resources within the Epic button are reviewed.
• Patient Station and Open Chart (VIEW200) - (eLearning: 6 min) Covers alternate means for locating patients in the system.
• Patient Lists (VIEW201) - (eLearning: 9 min) Covers basic use of Patient List activity.
• Patient Schedule (VIEW202) - (Video: 9 min) Covers basic use of the Patient Schedule activity.
• Viewing the Status Board (VIEW203) - (eLearning: 11 min) Covers basic use of the Status Board.
• Chart Review (VIEW300) - (eLearning: 8 min) The various tabs of Chart Review are described.
• Results Review (VIEW301) - (eLearning: 7 min) View patient results over time including labs, imaging, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests.
• Patient Reports (VIEW302) - (Video: 5 min) Instructions for locating and using Patient Reports, as well as customizing Patient Reports toolbar.

Admin Tools

• Using the Hyperspace Record Viewer - (eLearning: 8 min) For administrators, Record Viewer allows administrators to perform data validation and troubleshooting activities.

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