Pharmacist's Actions for Adverse Drug Reactions

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What does the 'ASMETHOD' mnemonic stand for in the context provided?

Age, Symptoms, Medication, Extra medicines, Time persisting, History, Other symptoms, Danger symptoms (correct)

Alertness, Symptoms assessment, Medication check, Extra doses, Temporal evaluation, Historical symptoms, Other risks, Displayed danger signs

Appearance, Self-assessment, Medication review, Extra symptoms, Time duration, Health history, Other medicines, Distinct symptoms

Assessment, Sickness description, Medicine examination, Extra drug doses, Time elapsed, Historical records, Other ailments, Distress signs

For what reasons does the pharmacist consider age when evaluating symptoms according to the text?

To decide whether to refer a patient based on the type of symptoms

To identify common conditions in different age groups for proper treatment

To assess the risk of dehydration or seriousness of symptoms based on age (correct)

To determine if the patient is likely to have a serious condition based on appearance

Based on the text, when might an adult with acute diarrhea be treated by the pharmacist?

When they are elderly and have diarrhea

When they have no other symptoms besides diarrhea (correct)

When they show signs of dehydration

When they have been experiencing diarrhea for over a week

In the context provided, what is a sign that a baby experiencing acute diarrhea may require referral?

Showing signs of dehydration more rapidly than an adult Signup and view all the answers

Why might a pharmacist be more cautious when deciding whether to treat oral thrush in a baby compared to an adult?

Oral thrush is more common in babies than in adults Signup and view all the answers

What impact does the appearance of a patient have on the pharmacist's decision-making process according to the text?

The appearance indicates if the patient is likely to have a minor or serious problem Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the pharmacist to know about all the medicines being taken by the patient?

To detect possible interactions and potential adverse reactions. Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered if a patient has used multiple treatments without improvement?

Referring the patient to a family doctor. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the community pharmacist play an increasingly important role in detecting adverse drug reactions?

To improve patient outcomes and safety. Signup and view all the answers

In what situations should a pharmacist consider referral to a family doctor?

If there are signs of a potential adverse drug reaction. Signup and view all the answers

What do the abbreviations (NSAID) and (ACE) stand for in the context provided?

(NSAID: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug; ACE: Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme) Signup and view all the answers

What are danger symptoms that should prompt a pharmacist to refer a patient to a doctor?

Blood in the sputum Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios would NOT require immediate referral to a doctor according to the text?

Mild headache Signup and view all the answers

When should a person not go to A&E immediately based on the text?

Mild headache Signup and view all the answers

What is the abbreviation for 'Over The Counter' medicines as mentioned in the text?

OTC Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms does NOT indicate a higher risk of a serious condition according to the text?

Sneezing Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what sequence should a pharmacist follow when encountering danger symptoms in a patient?

Ask about weight loss, refer to doctor, check duration of symptoms Signup and view all the answers

Pharmacist's Actions for Adverse Drug Reactions

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