In addition to writing a result note, what other action can Dr. Mica take to ensure a request's text is available later?

Sending a follow-up note is an effective way to ensure that the request's text remains accessible later. This action not only communicates the results to the patient in a clear, concise manner but also provides a documented trail within the patient's medical record.

The follow-up note can convey important information or interpretations of the results, and its presence in the patient's file enhances continuity of care. This helps in keeping all members of the healthcare team informed and allows for better future reference.

While the other options might serve specific functions, they do not provide the same level of comprehensive documentation and communication as a follow-up note. For instance, marking the result message as reviewed indicates that the provider has looked at the results but doesn't create a lasting record of communication with the patient. Using a smart action to the EMC FM Nurses pool and creating a new message directly to the patient might also provide immediate communication but lack the structured documentation and contextual follow-up that a dedicated follow-up note provides.