Pharmacy Orientation - PPD/PPC 101
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Which of the following courses is NOT typically part of pharmacy curricula?

  • Pharmacy law
  • Medicinal chemistry
  • Occupational therapy (correct)
  • Pharmacology

What is the primary focus of the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm-D) curriculum?

  • Clinical practice (correct)
  • Research methodologies
  • Pharmacy legislation
  • Pharmaceutical marketing

What is the primary purpose of continuing education for licensed pharmacists?

  • To lessen workload during practice
  • To achieve higher academic degrees
  • To maintain professional competence (correct)
  • To qualify for promotional positions

Which degree is generally required for research positions in pharmaceutical sciences?

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Which area of specialization has become increasingly popular among pharmacy students?

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The final professional year of a Pharm-D program is focused entirely on what type of education?

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Which of the following is an example of postgraduate education in pharmacy?

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For administrative or faculty positions in pharmacy, which degree is typically required?

<p>MS or PhD degree in pharmaceutical sciences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which step in the principles of pharmaceutical care involves creating a specific plan for drug therapy?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a structural element of quality pharmaceutical care?

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What is the purpose of patient education in the pharmaceutical care process?

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Which type of courses precedes professional courses in pharmacy education?

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Which component is critical for effective workflow in pharmaceutical care?

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What subject areas provide foundational knowledge for upper-level professional pharmacy courses?

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Which step follows the evaluation of patient medical information in pharmaceutical care?

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In what context is continuing education relevant to pharmacy?

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What is the primary vision outlined by the Joint Commission of Pharmacy Practitioners (JCPP) for pharmacy practice?

<p>Patients achieve optimal health with pharmacists as essential providers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the pharmacy practice responsibilities?

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Which phrase best describes 'Pharmaceutical Care'?

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What is one of the main goals of Pharmaceutical Care?

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Which action should a pharmacist take to establish a professional relationship with a patient?

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To achieve positive clinical outcomes, which of the following should not be a pharmacist's focus?

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Which principle is fundamental in the practice of pharmacy as described in the documents?

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What intervention is a pharmacist expected to take when identifying medication-related problems?

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What is the purpose of pharmacy practice residencies (PGY 1)?

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Which type of residency requires the completion of a PGY 1 residency as a prerequisite?

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What percentage of graduating pharmacists typically enter residency programs?

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What is the primary mission of the pharmacy profession?

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Fellowship programs in pharmacy usually last for how long?

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For pharmacists interested in specialized roles, what is often required?

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Which component is NOT part of the medication-use process?

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In which pharmacy residency would a pharmacist most likely focus on infectious diseases?

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Which statement accurately describes the role of pharmacists in disease-state management programs?

<p>Pharmacists play a crucial role in the proper use of medicines. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long do pharmacy practice residencies typically last?

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What is one of the critical objectives of pharmacy education?

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What is a common career path for pharmacists who complete fellowship training?

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Which of the following is NOT included in the pharmacist's scope of practice?

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What is a significant change in the role of pharmacists in recent years?

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What is an essential element of postgraduate training for pharmacists?

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As part of their education, pharmacists are expected to develop skills in what area?

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Scope of Pharmacy

Pharmacy involves preparing and dispensing medications, providing drug information to healthcare professionals and the public, and managing disease states to ensure proper medication use.

Medication-Use Process

The complex process of using medication, from prescribing to monitoring, with potential for errors at each step.

Pharmacist's Scope

Pharmacist's mission is to improve public health by ensuring safe, effective, and appropriate medication use.

Prescribing

The act of writing a medical order for a medication.

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Transcribing

Converting a prescription order into a readable format.

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Interpretation of order

Understanding the prescription details for accuracy and appropriateness.

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Preparation

The act of getting the medication ready for dispensation.

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Dispensing

Giving the medication to the patient.

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Pharmaceutical Care Definition

Patient-centered, outcomes-oriented pharmacy practice where pharmacists work with patients and other healthcare providers to promote health, prevent disease, and ensure safe and effective medication use.

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JCPP Vision

Patients achieve health and medication outcomes with pharmacists as crucial, accountable providers on patient-centered healthcare teams.

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Pharmacy Practice Tasks

Includes obtaining medication histories, reviewing medications for problems, intervening with doctors, educating on medication use, encouraging adherence, and documenting/communicating information.

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Patient-centered relationship

Establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with the patient.

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Medication History

Collecting information about a patient's current and past medications.

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Medication-related problems

Issues identified in a patient's medication regimen.

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Clinical Outcomes (Goals)

Positive health results, including curing disease, reducing symptoms, and slowing disease progression.

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Patient Health-Related Quality of Life

A patient's overall well-being, considering both physical and mental health.

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Pharmaceutical Care

A patient-centered approach to medication use that focuses on improving health outcomes by ensuring safe, effective and appropriate medication use.

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Steps of Pharmaceutical Care

A five-step process involving collecting patient information, evaluating it, developing a drug therapy plan, educating the patient, and reviewing/modifying the plan as needed.

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Quality Pharmaceutical Care

Providing high-standard care requires knowledge, skills, a system for data management, effective workflow, good communication, and adequate resources.

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Pre-Professional Courses

Courses in mathematics, physical sciences, and biological sciences that provide a foundational base for understanding principles essential to professional pharmacy courses.

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Professional Courses

Courses specifically designed for pharmacy students, covering topics like pharmacology, pharmaceutics, dispensing, and pharmacy practice.

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Continuing Education

Ongoing learning activities pharmacists pursue throughout their careers to stay updated on new medications, technologies, and practices.

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Postgraduate Studies

Advanced training programs for pharmacists who want to specialize in specific areas like clinical pharmacy, research, or industry.

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Why are pre-professional courses important for pharmacy?

These courses provide the foundation of knowledge and skills in basic sciences that underpins the more specialized pharmacy courses.

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Pharmacy Residency

A 12-month program for pharmacists after graduation that focuses on practical skills and experience in a specific area, like hospital or community pharmacy.

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What is a PGY1 Residency?

A general pharmacy residency program that covers a broad range of practice areas, like hospital, community, or managed care.

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What is a PGY2 Residency?

A specialized pharmacy residency that builds upon a PGY1, focusing on a specific area like pediatrics, oncology, or infectious diseases.

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Pharmacy Fellowship

A post-graduate program focusing heavily on research in a specific area of pharmacy practice, lasting 24 months or more.

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Postgraduate Degree

A master's or doctorate degree that pharmacists can pursue after their PharmD.

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Why is a Residency Important?

Many hospitals require pharmacy residencies for employment, especially those seeking advanced clinical roles.

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What does a Fellowship prepare pharmacists for?

A fellowship can help pharmacists pursue academic careers or research-focused positions.

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What is a common aspect of both Residencies and Fellowships?

Both residencies and fellowships are post-graduate training programs for pharmacists, offering specialized training in different areas of practice.

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What is the focus of the Pharm-D curriculum?

The Pharm-D curriculum emphasizes clinical practice, similar to the MD program, with a significant focus on patient care and medication management.

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What are the required years for a Pharm-D?

The Pharm-D program requires at least two years of academic study followed by a year of experiential education.

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Why is continuing education required for pharmacists?

Continuing education ensures that pharmacists stay up-to-date with the latest drug knowledge and practice guidelines, maintaining their professional competence.

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What is the focus of postgraduate education in pharmacy?

Postgraduate programs in pharmacy delve into specialized areas like pharmaceutics, industrial pharmacy, pharmacology, and medicinal chemistry.

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What are some examples of pharmacy specialization areas?

Pharmacy specializations include hospital pharmacy, nuclear pharmacy, and management, allowing pharmacists to focus on specific areas of practice.

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What are the basic courses in a Pharmacy curriculum?

Basic pharmacy courses include pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics, biopharmaceutics, pharmacy law, therapeutics, and clinical pharmacy.

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What is the purpose of experiential education in pharmacy?

Experiential education provides practical experience in real-world settings, allowing students to apply their knowledge and develop skills.

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What are the postgraduate education requirements for research positions?

A master's or PhD degree in pharmaceutical sciences or a related field is typically required for research positions.

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Study Notes

Pharmacy Orientation - PPD/PPC 101

  • Lecture (1): Pharmaceutical Care & Pharmacy Education
  • Instructor: Nancy A Abou Youssef, PhD, Lecturer of Pharmaceutics, Pharos University in Alexandria
  • Date: 10/7/2024

Learning Objectives

  • Scope of pharmacy & the role of pharmacist
  • Pharmacy practice & Pharmaceutical care
  • Education of pharmacist
  • Postgraduate training
  • Career pathways

Scope of Pharmacy

  • Pharmacy is the science of preparing and dispensing medications.
  • Providing information about medications to healthcare professionals and the public.
  • Disease-state management programs assure proper medication use for pharmacists.

Medication-Use

  • A complex and problematic process.
  • Errors can result in patient injury at any step.
  • Steps involved: prescribing, transcribing, interpretation of order, preparation, dispensing, administration, and monitoring.

Pharmacist's Scope of Practice

  • Mission: Improve public health through safe, effective, and appropriate use of medications.
  • Various tasks include overseeing daily ordering, checking for drug interactions, reviewing prescriptions, and counseling patients.

The Joint Commission of Pharmacy Practitioners (JCPP) Vision for Pharmacy Practice

  • Patients achieve optimal health and medication outcomes by pharmacists as essential and accountable providers within patient-centered, team-based healthcare.

Pharmacy Practice Involves

  • Obtaining medication histories.
  • Reviewing patient medications to identify medication-related problems.
  • Intervening with physicians to resolve identified problems.
  • Educating patients on proper medication use.
  • Encouraging adherence to prescribed medications.
  • Documenting and communicating information to the physician.

Pharmaceutical Care

  • Patient-centered, outcomes-oriented pharmacy practice.
  • Collaboration among pharmacists and other healthcare providers vital to ensure safe and effective drug therapy regimens is essential.

Goals of Pharmaceutical Care

  • Optimize patient health-related quality of life.
  • Achieve positive clinical outcomes (disease cure, reduce symptoms, slow/stop disease progression).

Principles/Steps of Pharmaceutical Care

  • Collect patient medical information
  • Evaluate patient medical information
  • Develop drug therapy plan
  • Patient education
  • Review, monitor, and modify the therapeutic plan

Structural Elements of Quality Pharmaceutical Care

  • Knowledge, skills, and function of personnel.
  • Systems for data collection, documentation, information transfer.
  • Effective work flow.
  • References, resources, and equipment.
  • Good communication skills.

Pharmacy Education

  • Pre-Professional Courses (Mathematics, Physical sciences, Biological sciences)
  • Professional Courses (Pharmacology, Medicinal chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Biopharmaceutics, Pharmacy law, Therapeutics, Clinical pharmacy)
  • Continuing Education (Required for re-licensing.)
  • Post-graduate studies

Education: Pharm D - Previous Degree

  • Pharm-D: A graduate professional doctoral degree with a clinical focus.
  • Curriculum typically requires two academic years.
  • Final professional year focuses on experiential education.

III. Continuing Education

  • Required for re-licensing.
  • Maintains pharmacists' professional competence and assures the public.

IV. Postgraduate Education

  • Areas of graduate study include pharmaceutics, industrial pharmacy, pharmacology, pharmaceutical/medicinal chemistry, pharmacognosy, and social and administrative pharmacy.
  • Masters or PhD in pharmaceutical sciences/related field required for research positions.
  • Pharm-D, MS, or PhD necessary for administrative or faculty positions.

Postgraduate Training Residency

  • More than 20% of graduating pharmacists enter pharmacy residency programs.
  • An increasing number of hospitals require the completion of a pharmacy residency as a requirement for employment.
  • Pharmacists seeking advanced clinical roles need pharmacy practice residency and often a second specialty residency.

Postgraduate Training Fellowship

  • Programs focusing on research within specialty areas.
  • Typically 24 months or longer.
  • Essential for those seeking academic careers after pharmacy.

Pharmacy Careers

  • Assignment: Enumerate potential pharmacy careers, choose one, detailing its requirements, pros, and cons, and upload to the course's online platform.

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