Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee Lecture
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What is the purpose of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee (PTC) mentioned in the text?

The purpose of PTC is to be responsible for drug utilization policies and practices within the hospital to assure optimum clinical results and minimize the risks.

Who is usually designated as the secretary of the PTC?

A pharmacist is usually designated as the secretary of the PTC.

How many members should the PTC be composed of?

The PTC should be composed of at least 5 members, including three physicians, a pharmacist, a representative of the nursing staff, and a hospital administrator or his designee.

How often should the PTC meet?

<p>The committee should meet regularly, at least 6 times per year, and when necessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does PTC stand for?

<p>PTC stands for Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main purposes of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee (PTC) within the hospital?

<p>The main purposes of the PTC are to be responsible for drug utilization policies and practices within the hospital to assure optimum clinical results and minimize the risks, as well as to assist in evaluation, appraisal, selection, distribution, and safety procedures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the required composition and members of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee (PTC)?

<p>The PTC should be composed of at least 5 members, including three physicians, a pharmacist, a representative of the nursing staff, and a hospital administrator or his designee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the organization and operation of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee (PTC) as mentioned in the text.

<p>The PTC should have a chairman appointed from among the physician representatives, a pharmacist designated as the secretary, and should meet regularly, at least 6 times per year, and when necessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee (PTC) as provided in the text?

<p>The PTC is defined as an advisory group of the medical staff that serves as the organizational line of communication between the medical staff and the pharmacy department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee (PTC) in the hospital's drug utilization policies and practices?

<p>The PTC is responsible for assuring optimum clinical results and minimizing risks by evaluating, appraising, selecting, distributing, and implementing safety procedures within the hospital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

  • Dr. Khaled Alhumaidha is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Sana'a University.
  • Lecture topic: Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee (PTC) and hospital formulary.
  • PTC is an advisory group to the medical staff, acting as a communication bridge between medical staff and the pharmacy department.
  • Members of PTC include physicians, pharmacists, and other health professionals, all selected with medical staff representation.
  • PTC's main responsibilities involve drug utilization policies and practices within a hospital for optimal clinical outcomes and minimum risks.
  • Committee composition: minimum of 5 members, 3 physicians, 1 pharmacist, 1 nursing representative, and a hospital administrator or designee.
  • Operational structure: Chairman from physician representatives, pharmacist as secretary, regular meetings (at least 6 times per year) and as needed.

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This quiz covers topics related to pharmacy and therapeutic committee (PTC) including advisory group functions, hospital formulary, and drug product selection. It may be useful for pharmacy and medical students.

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