Quick Code~

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Quick Code
An abbreviated form of the drug generic name (from 1 to 10 characters). Lookup is done on print name, QUICK CODE, or synonym. Quick codes are displayed on the Inventory Sheet.


Source: Automatic Replenishment/Ward Stock V. 2.3 Technical Manual


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Quick Code
An abbreviated form of the drug generic name (from one to ten characters) for IV orders. One of the three drug fields on which lookup is done to locate a drug. Print name and synonym are the other two. Use of quick codes will speed up order entry, etc.


Source: Inpatient Medications V. 5.0 Nurse’s User Manual


This is a Glossary term from the VistA Documentation Library