Pharmacy Times

JANUARY 25, 2024

Experts discuss the nuances of using opioid-related terminology in medical documentation and patient counseling, providing insights on avoiding stigmatizing language, fostering patient trust, and addressing the impact on adherence.

Patient Counseling 26

Patient Counseling Documentation 26

RX Note

JUNE 21, 2023

In the UK, the unification of the prescription and the administration meant this document need to remain on the hospital ward and required the pharmacist to visit the ward to order medicines. Clinical pharmacy developed from the presence of pharmacists in these patient areas and their interest in promoting safer medicines use.

Hospitals 52

Hospitals Patient Counseling Inpatient Dosage 52

RX Note

JULY 30, 2023

To avoid misunderstanding of public on the level of risk, we should avoid using verbal descriptors such as 'common', but to use frequencies in patient counselling - e.g. 1 person in every 1000. Also, it is important to Document the ADR in the patient's medical record. Educate the patient about the ADR. Is it safe?

Adverse Reactions 52

Adverse Reactions Patient Counseling Medical Records Documentation 52

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Pharmacists and pharmacy management should pay heed to these prescribing red flags, resolve them when they appear and document their resolution. The order also enjoins the pharmacist-owner from serving as a PIC at any other pharmacy for seven years. Consent Agreement and Final Judgment ¶ 17.

Controlled Substances 139

Controlled Substances Documentation Dosage Prescription Filling 139