30 Questions
What is the primary goal for pharmacists in patient-centered care?
To reach intended treatment outcomes
What is a key characteristic of patient-centered care according to the text?
Building a 'therapeutic alliance' with patients
Why are practitioner-centered prescriptions considered less effective in patient-centered care?
They focus on decisions made by physicians but not patients
What percentage of resources does chronic disease care consume according to the text?
75%
Why is it challenging to evaluate treatment outcomes when patients alter treatment regimens without consulting healthcare providers?
Because altering regimens affects the assessment of outcomes
What does it mean that patients have control over the treatment implementation?
Patients have the final say in how their treatment plans are executed
What is the primary focus of the lecture on 'Patient-Centered Communication in Pharmacy Practice'?
Emphasizing the pharmacist's responsibility in communication with patients
What is the primary reason Anita Olivier hopes to expand the communication skills course from optional to essential?
To better prepare pharmacy students for the national electronic prescribing option in the future
What is the primary focus of the 'Lecture 1: Patient-Centered Communication in Pharmacy Practice'?
Providing an overview of the communication skills required for pharmacists
How many laboratory sessions are included in the communication skills course for pharmacy students?
5 sessions per semester
What is the total number of pharmacy students expected to take the communication skills course in the first year?
240 students
What is the primary purpose of the 'Lecture 1: Patient-Centered Communication in Pharmacy Practice'?
To provide an overview of the communication skills required for pharmacists
What is the primary focus of establishing 'patient centered care'?
The patient's role in the medication use process
Why might a patient not take action to treat a condition according to the text?
The patient lacks the means to initiate treatment
What should pharmacists encourage patients to do regarding their experience with therapy?
Share their experience, ask questions, and discuss any misunderstandings
Why is it important for patients to share their experience with therapy according to the text?
To address any misunderstandings or problems related to therapy
What is a possible reason a patient might not reveal key information to a pharmacist?
They lack trust in the healthcare provider
What kind of decisions may patients make regarding therapy without involving healthcare providers?
Decisions based solely on personal judgment
What is the primary basis for professional assessment of a patient's condition?
Patient report and physiological measures
What is the aim of communication between healthcare professionals and patients?
To make the patients understand the disease and treatment goals
What factor can significantly impact the decisions made by both patients and healthcare professionals?
The quality of the patient-professional relationship
What is considered critical in maximizing patient outcomes?
Using patient-centered communication skills
What is the primary concern of Mr. Rowe, the 65-year-old patient with osteoarthritis?
Managing his pain without taking prescription drugs
What is the focus of the medication use process, according to the summary?
The patient
What is the key element in the process of reducing medication errors and improving the use of medications?
Patients-Centered Care
Why did the 36-year-old man who was prescribed a Fentanyl patch die?
He was not informed that heat could make the patch unsafe and slept with a heating pad.
What happened to the patient who was prescribed Normodyne for HTN but was dispensed Norpramin?
She experienced numerous side effects, including blurred vision and tremors.
How did the pharmacist resolve the issue with the 83-year-old patient who was given SR-diltiazem capsules for HTN?
The pharmacist changed the medication to immediate-release diltiazem tablets, which were easier for the patient to swallow.
What is the reason for the pharmacist's increasing responsibility in avoiding side effects and achieving desired treatment outcomes?
The role of the pharmacist is changing from 'medication-centered' to 'patient-centered care'.
What is the goal of the pharmacist's shift towards 'patient-centered care'?
To help patients reach their therapeutic goals.
Test your knowledge on the course 'Communication Skills in Pharmacy Practice' by Hesham Shazly, PhD, focusing on E-Prescriptions, pharmacy communication, and future trends in pharmacy practice. The quiz covers topics discussed in the labs throughout the semester.
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