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Which qualification is NOT required to become a junior clinical pharmacist?
Which qualification is NOT required to become a junior clinical pharmacist?
What is the minimum experience required as a hospital pharmacist before becoming a junior clinical pharmacist?
What is the minimum experience required as a hospital pharmacist before becoming a junior clinical pharmacist?
How long is the training period for a junior clinical pharmacist?
How long is the training period for a junior clinical pharmacist?
What assessment follows the practical bed rounds during the junior clinical pharmacist's training?
What assessment follows the practical bed rounds during the junior clinical pharmacist's training?
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Which of the following components is part of the structured scoring system for junior clinical pharmacists?
Which of the following components is part of the structured scoring system for junior clinical pharmacists?
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What is one of the primary aims of the Clinical Pharmacy course?
What is one of the primary aims of the Clinical Pharmacy course?
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Which patient populations are emphasized in the Clinical Pharmacy course?
Which patient populations are emphasized in the Clinical Pharmacy course?
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What component of patient care is addressed through Medication Therapy Management services?
What component of patient care is addressed through Medication Therapy Management services?
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What kind of problems related to medication does the course address?
What kind of problems related to medication does the course address?
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Which component is included in the course outline regarding patient assessment?
Which component is included in the course outline regarding patient assessment?
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In the context of the course, what does 'therapeutic planning' involve?
In the context of the course, what does 'therapeutic planning' involve?
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What percentage of the total marks is allocated to the final written exam in the course?
What percentage of the total marks is allocated to the final written exam in the course?
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What is a key aspect of supportive care as covered in the course?
What is a key aspect of supportive care as covered in the course?
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What is the minimum hospital pharmacy experience required for a senior clinical pharmacist?
What is the minimum hospital pharmacy experience required for a senior clinical pharmacist?
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What is the minimum score required on the annual appraisal form for promotion to a senior clinical pharmacist?
What is the minimum score required on the annual appraisal form for promotion to a senior clinical pharmacist?
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Which of the following tasks is NOT expected from the head of the clinical pharmacy unit?
Which of the following tasks is NOT expected from the head of the clinical pharmacy unit?
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In order to be promoted to the head of clinical pharmacy unit, a candidate must have how many years of hospital pharmacy experience?
In order to be promoted to the head of clinical pharmacy unit, a candidate must have how many years of hospital pharmacy experience?
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What additional experience is required for a senior clinical pharmacist apart from hospital pharmacy experience?
What additional experience is required for a senior clinical pharmacist apart from hospital pharmacy experience?
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Which of the following is a responsibility of a senior clinical pharmacist?
Which of the following is a responsibility of a senior clinical pharmacist?
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What is the correct pathway to become a head of clinical pharmacy unit?
What is the correct pathway to become a head of clinical pharmacy unit?
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Which task is specifically mentioned for the head of clinical pharmacy unit during committee meetings?
Which task is specifically mentioned for the head of clinical pharmacy unit during committee meetings?
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What is the primary focus of clinical pharmacy as a health specialty?
What is the primary focus of clinical pharmacy as a health specialty?
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Which of the following activities is NOT typically performed by a clinical pharmacist?
Which of the following activities is NOT typically performed by a clinical pharmacist?
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Which association is dedicated to clinical pharmacy in the United States?
Which association is dedicated to clinical pharmacy in the United States?
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At which stage does clinical pharmacy primarily influence the use of medications?
At which stage does clinical pharmacy primarily influence the use of medications?
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What misconception about pharmacists is mentioned?
What misconception about pharmacists is mentioned?
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Which of the following statements about clinical pharmacists is true?
Which of the following statements about clinical pharmacists is true?
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What role does a nurse play in the healthcare team as mentioned?
What role does a nurse play in the healthcare team as mentioned?
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Which of the following is a level of clinical pharmacy activities?
Which of the following is a level of clinical pharmacy activities?
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What is one key responsibility of a clinical pharmacist related to medication safety?
What is one key responsibility of a clinical pharmacist related to medication safety?
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Which activity is NOT part of developing a pharmaceutical care plan?
Which activity is NOT part of developing a pharmaceutical care plan?
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What standard task involves evaluating the risks of drug combinations?
What standard task involves evaluating the risks of drug combinations?
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In which department might a clinical pharmacist typically work with a higher patient-to-pharmacist ratio?
In which department might a clinical pharmacist typically work with a higher patient-to-pharmacist ratio?
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Which of the following is an important aspect of patient education in clinical pharmacy?
Which of the following is an important aspect of patient education in clinical pharmacy?
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What is the primary goal of Pharmacogenetics in clinical pharmacy?
What is the primary goal of Pharmacogenetics in clinical pharmacy?
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What does Therapeutic Medication Monitoring (TDM) primarily involve?
What does Therapeutic Medication Monitoring (TDM) primarily involve?
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During what activity would a clinical pharmacist participate in formulary decisions?
During what activity would a clinical pharmacist participate in formulary decisions?
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Study Notes
Clinical Pharmacy I, PP904 - Lecture 1: Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy
- Course Lecturer: Dr. Sarah Sabry, Lecturer of Clinical Pharmacy, Egyptian Chinese University
- Email: [email protected]
- Office Hours: Monday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Course Aim: Introduce students to the definitions and concepts of clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical care.
- Students will be qualified to become a clinical pharmacist.
- Topics will include patient history, medication reconciliation, therapeutic planning, drug-related problems.
- Interpretation of clinical laboratory data and physical examination will be covered.
- Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services will be explained.
- Special populations (geriatric, pediatric, renal, hepatic, obese, pregnant, lactating) will be detailed.
- Principles of managing oncological diseases, blood disorders, and nutritional deficiencies will also be addressed.
Course Outline
- Introduction to clinical Pharmacy facilities
- Clinical Case presentation
- Clinical laboratory data and physical examination
- Therapeutic planning
- Drug-related problems
- Medication errors & Reconciliation
- Special care populations (geriatric, pediatric, obese, pregnancy& lactation, Renal, Hepatic)
- Supportive care of oncological diseases
- Supportive care of blood disorders
- Supportive care of nutritional deficiencies
- Medication Therapy management services
Lecture Objectives
- Introduce students to definitions and concepts of clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical care
- Identify qualifications to become a clinical pharmacist
- Define levels of clinical pharmacy activities
- Recognize different fields and Associations of clinical pharmacy
- Recognize different fields of clinical pharmacy
- Identify Standards of practice of clinical pharmacy
Health Care Team
- Physician: Diagnosis, Prescription, Monitoring, Medical Care
- Pharmacist: Prescription, Dispensing, Counselling, Monitoring, Pharmaceutical Care
- Nurse: Administration, Monitoring, Nursing care
- Paramedics: Supporting physicians in patient treatment
Perceptions of Pharmacists
- Public Perception: Pharmacists are seen as shopkeepers, counting tablets, and not truly healthcare practitioners.
Perceptions of Clinical Pharmacists
- Images illustrated different perceptions of clinical pharmacists, including the public's view, the media's perception, doctors' view, the pharmacist's self-view, and the actual role.
Definition of Clinical Pharmacy
- A medical specialty focused on the science and practice of rational medication use to improve health and quality of life.
- Clinical pharmacists provide scientifically valid information and advice on safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness of medications.
- Clinical pharmacy practice occurs in settings where medications are prescribed and used, including hospitals and community pharmacies.
Clinical Pharmacy Associations
- American Pharmacists Association (APA)
- American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP)
- European Society of Clinical Pharmacy (ESCP)
- UK Clinical Pharmacy Association (UKCPA)
- Advanced Pharmacy Australia (AdPha)
- Saudi Society of Clinical Pharmacy (SSCP)
Levels of Clinical Pharmacy Activities
- Before prescription is written: Clinical Trials, Guidelines, Formulary, P&T Committee
- During prescription writing: Counseling The Physician, OTC, DRP
- After prescription is written: Counseling The Patient, Follow Up, Compliance, TDM
Organizational Structure of Hospital Pharmacy
- Diagrams illustrate different organizational structures & units (DIC, clinical pharmacy unit, dispensing area, compounding areas, etc). Includes specific locations within a hospital setting.
Qualification to become a Clinical Pharmacist
- Junior Clinical Pharmacist: Experience as a hospital pharmacist (in-patient and out-patient) for at least 1 year. Followed by minimum 6 months of training (theoretical and practical).
- Senior Clinical Pharmacist: At least 3 years experience, including 2 years as a clinical pharmacist.
- Head of Clinical Pharmacy Unit: At least 5 years hospital pharmacy experience and at least 3 years experience as a clinical pharmacist, including having successfully completed the annual appraisal form with a minimum score of ‘very good.
Fields of Clinical Pharmacy
- Clinical service and patient care
- Pharmacy and therapeutic committees
- Clinical pharmacokinetics consultation services
- Critical care
- Oncology pharmacy practice
- Pharmacogenetics
- Pharmacoeconomics
- Provision of Medicines Information Advice by Pharmacists
- Research
Egyptian Clinical Pharmacy Standards of Practice
- Medicine History Interview
- Prescription Monitoring and Review
- Recommendations of treatment changes
- Developing a pharmaceutical care plan
- Prevention, Detection and management of adverse reactions
- Medication interactions
- Safety, identification, management of medication incidents
- Medicine information advice
- Patient medication education
- Medication Monitoring (TDM)
- Formulary decisions and medication use evaluation.
Staffing Levels for Clinical Pharmacy Services
- High Service Departments (ICU, Oncology): 1 pharmacist to 5-8 patients
- Moderate Service Departments (Internal Medicine): 1 pharmacist to 12-15 patients
- Low Service Departments (Maternity): 1 pharmacist to 15-20 patients
Clinical Pharmacist Workflow
- Medicine history interview (admission)
- Prescription monitoring and review
- Recommendations of initial treatment
- Development of pharmaceutical care plan
- Solving medication-related problems
- Identification, Prevention and Management of adverse reactions
- Assessment, reporting and management of medication interactions
- Patient education
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Test your knowledge about the qualifications and training requirements for becoming a junior clinical pharmacist. This quiz covers essential topics including experience requirements, training periods, and key components of a clinical pharmacy course. Prepare to explore various aspects of clinical pharmacy and patient care.