Listed below are the function keys along with a brief explanation of their function.
| PC | FUNCTION |
|---|---|
| F1 | CODE LIST – will display the code list available for the field the cursor is in. |
| F2 | BACK TRACK – will move the cursor to the previous field. |
| F3 | MENU – will return the user to their previous menu screen. REMEMBER TO ACCEPT ANY CHANGES BEFORE USING THIS |
| F4 | Log Off – will exit the user from PAS. Do not log off if your screen is currently displaying patient details, F3 to return to your menu then F4 to log off |
| Enter or Return | Both keys perform the same function. After any information has been keyed in one of these keys must be pressed for the action to take place. |
| Backspace | This key will delete the last character the user keyed in. |
| Print Screen | PRINT SCREEN – Allows the user to print the screen. |
| Ctrl F1, X or F11 | EXIT – all of these are used to exit the user from fields within PAS (depending on screen) |
| Ctrl F2 | Page Up – If no prompt P U is available these keys will move the screen up |
| Ctrl F3 | Page Down – If no prompt P D is available these keys will move the screen down |
| Ctrl F6 | More Info - The + sign to the left or right of the record indicates more information. |
| Ctrl F7 | Q A S- This will open the Quick Address System window |
| End or Spacebar | This key will remove all data from the current field the cursor is in. |
| Page Down or Page Up |
View the next / previous screen, provided further screens are available, for example the Clinic Session. |
Article ID: 38
Created: April 4, 2022
Last Updated: January 3, 2024
Author: Administrator
Online URL: https://elearning.cornwall.nhs.uk/site/kb/article.php?id=38