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What critical factors should be considered before prescribing medications?
What critical factors should be considered before prescribing medications?
The patient's medical history, current medications, allergies, treatment goals, and any contraindications.
List two specific directions that should be included in patient specific directions (PSD).
List two specific directions that should be included in patient specific directions (PSD).
Dosage instructions and frequency of administration.
What are the key components of prescription writing?
What are the key components of prescription writing?
Patient information, medication name, dosage, administration route, and prescriber details.
Define patient group directions (PGD) and their purpose.
Define patient group directions (PGD) and their purpose.
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What is an important resource to consult when determining medication compatibility?
What is an important resource to consult when determining medication compatibility?
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Study Notes
Prescribing and Prescription Writing
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Things to consider before prescribing medications:
- Allergies
- Drug history
- Hepatic function
- Renal function
- Drug-drug interactions
- Adverse drug reactions
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Comorbidities
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Resources:
- BNF (British National Formulary)
- NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) - Dental Practitioners Formulary and Formulary for Children
- Local and national guidelines
- Protocols
- Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC)
- MHRA Yellow Card (for reporting side effects)
- UK Medicines Information (NHS)
- SDCEP Prescribing for Dentistry
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Patient specific directions (PSD):
- Instructions from dentist to non-prescribing professionals (e.g., therapists) for medicines to be prescribed.
- Examples: local anesthetic (LA), fluoride varnish
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Patient group directions (PGD):
- Instructions from dentist to non-prescribing professionals for medicines to be prescribed to groups of patients.
- Specific prescription not needed (e.g., therapist)
Prescription Writing
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Elements required:
- Name of patient
- Address of patient
- Date of birth (DOB)
- Medication details
- Form, strength, dose, frequency, quantity
- Instructions
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Abbreviations:
- Milligrams (mg)
- Micrograms (µg)
- Nanograms (ng) must be written in full
- q.d.s. = four times a day
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This quiz focuses on the key considerations for prescribing medications, including patient history and guidelines. It covers essential resources such as the BNF and NICE guidelines, as well as specific directions for patient care in dentistry. Test your knowledge on the factors affecting prescription writing.
