# Writing Orders (overview)

Orders are placed from the Write Orders pane on the Orders tab. You can place orders for a variety of items and procedures including medications, consults, and lab tests. You can also enter information about a patient's allergies. Order checks are performed on all orders.

Users can specify that an order become active immediately, or specify that an order be event delayed and activated when the selected patient is admitted, transferred, or discharged. You can even save common or standard orders as quick orders or order sets so they can be placed more quickly.

Note: The orders listed in the Write Orders field vary from site to site. Because of this, the orders discussed in this section may not be available from your Write Orders field.

Related Topics

Ordering a Diet

Entering Allergies from the Orders Tab

Event-Delayed Orders

Transfer Medication Orders from Inpatient to Outpatient

Transfer Outpatient Medication to Inpatient.

Viewing Orders

Signing Orders and Documents