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?

    <p>Master’s or PhD in pharmaceutical sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Nuclear pharmacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Experiential education</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Pharmacology</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Develop drug therapy plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Therapeutic knowledge application</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To inform patients about their treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of courses precedes professional courses in pharmacy education?

    <p>Pre-professional courses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is critical for effective workflow in pharmaceutical care?

    <p>Good communication skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Mathematics, physical sciences, and biological sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Develop drug therapy plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context is continuing education relevant to pharmacy?

    <p>It is a mandatory requirement for practice updates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Manage financial aspects of patient care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase best describes 'Pharmaceutical Care'?

    <p>Patient-centered, outcomes-oriented pharmacist practices with collaborative efforts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main goals of Pharmaceutical Care?

    <p>Optimize the patient’s health-related quality of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Engage in collaborative monitoring of medication effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Learning advanced surgical techniques.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Documentation and communication of information to the physician are essential.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Discuss the issues with the physician to resolve problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To enhance general clinical skills across various practice areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Specialty residency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of graduating pharmacists typically enter residency programs?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mission of the pharmacy profession?

    <p>Ensure the safe, effective, and appropriate use of medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fellowship programs in pharmacy usually last for how long?

    <p>24 months or longer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Completion of a pharmacy practice residency and often a second specialty residency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Drug disposal</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Specialty residency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do pharmacy practice residencies typically last?

    <p>12 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the critical objectives of pharmacy education?

    <p>Educating students on the broad scope of pharmacy and the pharmacist's role</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Academically focused roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Performing surgical procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Increased engagement in medication therapy management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential element of postgraduate training for pharmacists?

    <p>Focus on contemporary pharmaceutical practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Understanding complex disease mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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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    Explore the fundamentals of pharmacy care and education in this orientation quiz. Learn about the pharmacist's role, medication use processes, and career pathways in the field. This quiz covers key topics relevant to pharmaceutical care and the scope of pharmacy practice.

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