Pharmacist's Workup of Drug Therapy (PWDT)

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What does the 'C' in the CORE Pharmacotherapy Plan stand for?

Condition or patient need (correct)

Care plan development

Clinical assessment

Coverage approval

Which component is NOT part of the data collection in the PWDT process?

Dietary history

Patient's educational background (correct)

Current and past medical history

Social history

What does PRIME stand for in the context of pharmacotherapy problems?

Patient, Risks, Interventions, Management, Evaluation

Pharmaceutical, Risks, Interactions, Mismatch (correct)

Prescriptive, Risks, Interactions, Mismatch, Evaluation

Prescription, Risk management, Informed consent, Mismatch

Which part of the CORE plan refers to the results that the treatment aims to achieve?

Outcomes Signup and view all the answers

In the PWDT process, which aspect is primarily concerned with patient demographic information?

Data collection Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential cause for efficacy issues in pharmacotherapy?

Suboptimal selection of pharmacotherapy for indication Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be assessed under 'Risks to Patient'?

Known contraindications Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the pharmacist's assessment of interactions?

Drug-food interactions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a mismatch in medication use?

Medication used without indication Signup and view all the answers

What might be a reason for suboptimal utilization of pharmacotherapy?

Patient preference for alternative therapies Signup and view all the answers

What is a component of the F in the FARM progress note?

Findings leading to recognition of pharmacotherapy problems Signup and view all the answers

Which issue may indicate a medication error consideration?

Taking medication at the wrong time Signup and view all the answers

What factor does not affect medication availability considerations?

Drug manufacturing process Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a short-term goal for treatment?

Lower blood pressure (BP) to 140/90 within 6 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the monitoring and follow-up section of a FARM note?

The parameter to be followed and its monitoring intent Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following intervention options is NOT typically included in a pharmacist's workup?

Performing surgical procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Resolution section in a FARM note?

To summarize the pharmacist's actions and rationale Signup and view all the answers

Which parameter is NOT typically monitored in the follow-up section?

Patient's financial ability to pay for medication Signup and view all the answers

What does an anticipated finding in the monitoring section represent?

The ideal outcome expected from the intervention Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key aspect of the FARM/SOAP notes?

Accessing the patient's record for efficient pharmaceutical care Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is crucial in determining the timing of follow-up monitoring?

The severity of the condition being treated Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pharmacist's Workup of Drug Therapy (PWDT)

The PWDT is a systematic process used for creating a pharmacotherapy care plan.

Data Collection

Gather and interpret patient information including:
- Demographics: age, sex, race
- Medical history: current and past medical conditions
- Family history
- Social history
- Dietary history
- Medication history: prescribed, over-the-counter, social drugs, allergies
- Physical findings: weight, height, blood pressure, edema

SOAP Note

A SOAP note is a structured method for documenting patient care.
- Stands for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan

CORE Pharmacotherapy Plan

This plan outlines the desired outcome for a patient's condition and how to achieve it.
- C - Condition or patient need
- O - Outcomes desired
- R - Regimen selected
- E - Evaluation parameters

PRIME Pharmacotherapy Problems

Identifies actual or potential problems impacting desired patient outcomes.
- P - Pharmaceutical problems (Dose, route, duration, form, frequency, timing)
- R - Risks to the patient (Contraindications, allergies, drug-induced problems, misuse, adverse effects, medication errors)
- I - Interactions (Drug-drug, drug-food, drug-disease)
- M - Mismatch (Medication without indication, untreated condition)
- E - Efficacy issues (Suboptimal therapy, lack of effectiveness, inadequate utilization, patient preference, medication availability, compliance, administration issues)

FARM Note

FARM notes are used to document pharmacist interventions.
- F - Findings: Patient-specific information leading to a pharmacotherapy problem
- A - Assessment: Pharmacist's evaluation of findings, including additional information needed for recommendations
- R - Resolution (including prevention): The intervention plan, which may include observation, counseling, recommendations, informing the prescriber, withholding medication
- M - Monitoring and follow-up: Parameters, timing, and frequency of monitoring to assess efficacy, safety, and outcome of the intervention.

Conclusion

FARM/SOAP notes are crucial tools for pharmacists to efficiently access patient records and provide pharmaceutical care.

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Description

This quiz covers the systematic process engaged by pharmacists in developing a pharmacotherapy care plan. It includes data collection techniques, the SOAP note structure, and the CORE pharmacotherapy plan components. Test your knowledge on identifying and addressing pharmacotherapy problems effectively.