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What are the main functions of a hospital pharmacy?
What are the main functions of a hospital pharmacy?
Supplying medications, filling special prescriptions, manufacturing pharmaceuticals, dispensing narcotics, preparing injectables, stocking professional supplies.
What is the scope of hospital pharmacy?
What is the scope of hospital pharmacy?
Specifying the quality of drugs, finding the source of pharmaceuticals, performing quality control tests, maintaining records, dispensing drugs, filling and labeling containers, dispensing narcotic drugs, manufacturing unpurchasable drugs, providing information, participating in research, and counseling patients.
What is the conventional role of a pharmacist in the national and international scenario?
What is the conventional role of a pharmacist in the national and international scenario?
To manufacture and supply medicinal products.
What are the responsibilities of a hospital pharmacy in relation to large volume parenterals and injections?
What are the responsibilities of a hospital pharmacy in relation to large volume parenterals and injections?
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What are the six main themes for the future vision of hospital pharmacy practice according to the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)?
What are the six main themes for the future vision of hospital pharmacy practice according to the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)?
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Where should the pharmacy be situated in a hospital, according to the text?
Where should the pharmacy be situated in a hospital, according to the text?
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What are the key responsibilities of a hospital pharmacist according to the text?
What are the key responsibilities of a hospital pharmacist according to the text?
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What is the role of pharmacists in hospitals according to the European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP)?
What is the role of pharmacists in hospitals according to the European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP)?
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In what countries are pharmacists given prescribing rights for certain diseases, as mentioned in the text?
In what countries are pharmacists given prescribing rights for certain diseases, as mentioned in the text?
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What are the professional responsibilities of hospital pharmacists related to the management of medicines, as mentioned in the text?
What are the professional responsibilities of hospital pharmacists related to the management of medicines, as mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
Main Functions of a Hospital Pharmacy
- Provides medication management services to ensure safe and effective drug therapy.
- Prepares and dispenses medications, including sterile products, chemotherapy, and controlled substances.
- Conducts medication therapy management and patient counseling.
Scope of Hospital Pharmacy
- Involves all aspects of medication use including procurement, storage, and distribution.
- Engages in clinical roles such as participation in medical rounds and patient care teams.
- Facilitates education and training of healthcare staff and patients regarding medication management.
Conventional Role of Pharmacists
- Act as medication experts in healthcare teams at both national and international levels.
- Focus on improving patient outcomes through appropriate medication use and monitoring.
- Engage in policy development and advocacy for better pharmaceutical care.
Responsibilities Regarding Large Volume Parenterals and Injections
- Ensure the proper preparation and quality control of large volume parenterals.
- Monitor and optimize the use of intravenous medications and their administration.
- Educate healthcare providers on safe injection practices and protocols.
Future Vision of Hospital Pharmacy Practice (FIP)
- Transformation through enhanced clinical roles and responsibilities.
- Integration of technology to improve medication management and safety.
- Fostering interprofessional collaboration to enhance patient care.
- Implementation of evidence-based practices in pharmacy services.
- Commitment to continuous education and professional development.
- Advocacy for the recognition and support of pharmacy services in health systems.
Location of the Pharmacy in a Hospital
- Ideally situated close to the nursing and clinical areas for efficient medication delivery and support.
- Must have easy access to both inpatient and outpatient areas to streamline operations.
Key Responsibilities of a Hospital Pharmacist
- Evaluate medication orders and monitor patient drug therapies for efficacy and safety.
- Provide drug information and guidance to healthcare professionals and patients.
- Conduct medication reconciliation and collaborate on treatment plans.
Role of Pharmacists in Hospitals (EAHP)
- Ensure appropriate selection and use of medications within healthcare settings.
- Lead initiatives to prevent medication errors and enhance patient safety.
- Participate in research and development to maintain updated pharmacy practices.
Countries with Pharmacist Prescribing Rights
- Notable examples include Australia, New Zealand, and some provinces in Canada.
- Various European countries also grant limited prescribing rights for specific health conditions.
Professional Responsibilities Related to Medicine Management
- Oversee inventory management to ensure drug availability and prevent shortages.
- Implement medication safety initiatives and quality assurance programs.
- Conduct audits and research to improve pharmacy practices and patient outcomes.
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Test your knowledge about the practice of pharmacy in a hospital, including medication supply, prescription filling, pharmaceutical manufacturing, dispensing of narcotics and biologicals, and preparation of injectables.
