Problem list is an activity where clinicians can view a patient's current medical problems, record new medical problems, and document resolved problems. From the Problem List, clinicians can also write notes about problem statuses, place related orders, and set goals for the patient.

Resources

The following resources provide information on Problem List functionality.

• Overview - Using the Problem List - (Handout) Guidelines and best practices for using the Problem List.

• Problem-Oriented Charting - (eLearning: 5 min) Understand the concept of problem-oriented charting and how notes are stored in the patient chart, using the Problem List.

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