9 Questions
What is recommended to reduce errors in dispensing?
Counter checking by another pharmacist
Why is patient counseling considered important in minimizing dispensing errors?
To confirm the identity and correctness of medications
When are almost 80% of errors discovered and prevented from reaching the patient?
During patient counseling
Why is it recommended to have a 'Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)' for dispensing activity?
To adhere to a set of guidelines for dispensing activity
What can help in reducing errors to a great extent in dispensing?
Checking and rechecking the prescription and products gathered for dispensing
What is the goal of communication in the context of pharmacists' interaction with patients?
To share information, ideas, thoughts, and feelings for understanding
What is NOT involved in the process of communication according to the text?
Interference and feedback
In the diagrammatic representation of the communication process, which element is responsible for translating the received message?
The receiver
In what diverse practice settings do pharmacists work according to the text?
Hospitals and nursing homes
Test your knowledge on good dispensing practices and effective patient counseling in pharmacy. Learn about the importance of checking prescriptions, following standard operating procedures, and providing counseling to patients.
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