Clinical Patient Management: PPCP Overview

A structured approach pharmacists use to provide patient-centered care, emphasizing medication optimization and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

The first step involves gathering information about the patient, including their medical history, current medications, and any concerns they may have.

This step focuses on analyzing the collected information to identify any medication-related problems or opportunities for improvement.

Based on the assessment, pharmacists develop a personalized plan to address identified medication-related problems and optimize patient outcomes.

This step involves putting the plan into action, which may include adjusting medications, providing education, or monitoring patient progress.

Gathering information about the patient's condition, including their symptoms and medical history.

Analyzing the collected data to identify potential problems and their severity, prioritizing the issues that need immediate attention.

Developing a personalized care plan based on evidence-based practices and considering the patient's individual needs and cost-effectiveness.

Putting the care plan into action, including dispensing medications, providing counseling, and implementing other interventions.

Regularly monitoring the patient's progress, evaluating the effectiveness of the care plan, and making adjustments as needed.

Principles and practices that are supported by rigorous scientific evidence, ensuring the most effective and safe treatment options.

Evaluating treatment options for their cost-effectiveness, considering both the benefits and financial implications.

A medication-related need that focuses on whether the medication is being used for a valid medical reason or if there is a more appropriate alternative.

A medication-related need that focuses on whether the prescribed medication is actually achieving the desired therapeutic outcome.

A medication-related need that focuses on minimizing potential risks or adverse effects associated with the medication.

A medication-related need that focuses on whether the patient is consistently taking their medication as prescribed.

A medication therapy problem focused on whether the drug is being administered at the correct time and frequency.

When a pharmacist reviews a patient's medication list to identify potential problems or discrepancies. This is especially important when a patient is transitioning from one healthcare setting to another.

The goal or desired outcome for using a specific medication. It should be based on evidence and individualized for each patient.

Providing scientific proof or data to support a therapeutic goal or decision. This helps ensure that interventions are based on reliable evidence and not just assumptions.

A reaction to medication that is not life-threatening and is usually predictable. Common side effects can vary from mild to severe.

A severe, unpredictable, and potentially life-threatening reaction to a medication. True allergies often involve the body's immune system.

A drug that is available without a prescription. For example, ibuprofen.

Substances derived from plants or other natural sources and used for medicinal purposes. Some examples include St. John's Wort or garlic.

A question to assess a patient's overall health and potential interactions with medication. It considers all products a patient consumes.

A period in a woman's life when she is carrying a developing fetus. This period requires special medication considerations.

A set of principles that guide a pharmacist's approach to patient care, emphasizing patient-centered care and ethical decision-making.

A systematic process that pharmacists follow to provide comprehensive and individualized patient care services. This involves multiple steps and ensures the delivery of safe and effective medication therapy.

A structured system used to effectively manage the operational aspects of a pharmacy practice, including staffing, finances, and resources. It aims to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

A carefully planned sequence of actions that pharmacists carry out to ensure optimal patient care.

Factors that can influence the success of a medication therapy, often requiring intervention and adjustments.

A comprehensive and reliable drug information resource that provides evidence-based, up-to-date information about medications and their use.

Modernized framework for improving healthcare. It focuses on improving patient experience, population health, reducing costs, and empowering healthcare professionals.

Ensuring that the prescribed medication is appropriate for the patient's diagnosis and condition.

Measuring the effectiveness of a medication in achieving the desired therapeutic outcome.

Assessing the potential risks and adverse effects associated with a medication.

Monitoring how consistently a patient takes their medication as prescribed.

A collection of resources and strategies for managing medication-related issues, including adverse reactions and patient education.