The GP Quick Assistant is specifically designed to support GPs and ANPs in Primary Care. It aims to save valuable time and optimise daily workflows through an easy-to-use protocol that consists of single-page templates and prescribing protocols. The protocol includes the following features. 

  • Quick Admin - home visits, care discussed, prescription requests, and PSD/PGD
  • Quick Diaries - BP, food, headache, stool & urine diaries
  • Quick Prescribing - anticipatory care end of life, H.Pylori and Vitamin D prescribing
  • Quick Results - FBC, U+E, LFT, other bloods, radiology, stool, and urine results
  • Quick Scores - Fever/PAIN, ADHD, alcohol, cognition, CRB65, NYHA, depression, and anxiety scores 


How to Add the GP Quick Assistant to Your F12 Key 


To access the GP Quick Assistant, this must be added to your F12 key (note - each user will need to do this).


Press F12 on your keyboard to open the Protocol Launcher screen. 



Right click on an available letter or number and select Add. This will launch the Protocol Picker screen. 


In the Protocol Picker screen, search for "GP Quick Assistant" using the search field provided. Once located double click to select and add to your F12 list.



The GP Quick Assistant protocol is now added to your F12 key for quick and easy access.


How to Navigate and Use the GP Quick Assistant


Once the protocol has been added to your F12 key, it can be easily accessed from anywhere in the patient record. Simply press F12 on your keyboard and double click on GP Quick Assistant.


When you launch the protocol, you will see an initial multiple choice question:



Select the appropriate option based on the task at hand. You can return to this screen anytime to complete additional actions as needed. 


The Quick Admin option will allow you to swiftly document frequent administration tasks:



For example, if you need to document a discussion of a patient case with another healthcare professional, complete the quick entry template to efficiently record this information in the patient record. The same applies to all Quick Admin tasks.



The Quick Diaries (Patient) option provides quick entry templates for common health diaries. For instance, if a patient is asked to keep a food diary to monitor symptoms and triggers, this template lets you record the assessment, note any necessary actions, and includes ready-to-use text message templates for communicating with the patient. 



The Quick Prescribing option incorporates a number of prescribing protocols of common drug combinations. For example, if a patient requires end of life medication, the protocol guides the prescriber through the process, taking into account factors such as a low eGFR or conditions such as Parkinson's disease. 





The Quick Results option allows clinicians to efficiently document outcomes of pathology results. For example, if a patient has an abnormal eGFR and requires a repeat test, a recall can be quickly be arranged, along with a suggested message to inform the patient of the need for a referral.



The Quick Scores option assists clinicians in quickly completing common medical scores.





When actioning any of the above options, you will be prompted if you want to launch another GP Quick Assistant resource. Clicking Yes will return you to the main menu.




Please note - the above resource is for Ardens EMIS customers, if you are SystmOne practice, please access the support site for alternative resources. 


If you require any further assistance on the process above, please contact Ardens support on: support-emis@ardens.org.uk