"Dictaphone Mode" vs. "Conversation Mode"

FAQ

How do I turn on Conversation Mode, or Dictaphone Mode?

You don’t have to turn on or switch between the two "modes". Rather, they’re just a reflection of your workflow. Some templates may be more appropriate for one mode than another.

Using i-scribe Like a Dictaphone (Dictaphone Mode)

If you're used to dictating letters, or prefer to document after a consultation, i-scribe can function like a dictaphone. This mode allows you to record your notes after the patient has left the room, using pre-defined dictaphone templates to structure your documents.

Benefits of Dictaphone Mode:

Familiar workflow for those used to dictation devices.
Flexibility to reflect on the consultation before documenting.
Great for fast-paced environments like emergency medicine.

Examples of Templates for best suited to Dictaphone Mode:

Dictaphone Mode - Verbatim
Dictaphone Mode - Medical Note (Emergency Medicine)
Dictaphone Mode - Smart
Other structured reports, e.g. Detailed Cardiac Report, (Cardiology) and other procedure reports.

Creating Documents During a Consult (Conversation Mode)

For clinicians who prefer to have their documents completed as they finish speaking with the patient, i-scribe’s conversation mode may suit best.

Benefits of Conversation Mode:

Saves time by not having to dictate letters after the consultation.
Increased patient engagement.
Allows more comprehensive documentation.

Tip: Some templates are better suited to one mode than another. For example, using Dictaphone - Verbatim in conversation mode can result in unnecessarily lengthy documents, as it captures the entire consultation verbatim.

For more information on using the best templates for different "modes", you may like to read the articles here.