What is the role of a SmartSet Base record?

The role of a SmartSet Base record is to serve as a template for SmartSets, which are customizable sets of orders and documentation that streamline clinical workflows. By acting as a foundational blueprint, the SmartSet Base contains the necessary elements that can be tailored according to specific clinical scenarios or specialties, making it easier for healthcare providers to access the appropriate orders and documentation needed for patient care.

Having a defined template simplifies the process of creating SmartSets, as it ensures that all essential components are included from the outset. This promotes consistency and efficiency in clinical practices, allowing for a more standardized approach to patient management. In this context, while enhancing clinical decision support, defining criteria for order suggestions, and linking SmartGroups with protocols are all important functionalities within the EpicCare system, they do not capture the primary purpose of the SmartSet Base record as effectively as serving as a template.