Pharmacology Principles UPDATED Exam Questions And CORRECT Answers
Ways to maintain patient safety when prescribing medications- Have documented provider-patient relationship - Do not prescribe for family/friends/yourself - Document H&P - Include discussions with pt regarding risk factors/side effects/ therapy options - Have documented plan for drug monitoring or titration - Document any providers consulted - Use resources like Uptodate Factors affecting drug selection- Cost (contributes to non-adherence) - Guidelines (set by professional organizations) - Availability (know what facilities have) - Interactions - Side effects (risk vs benefits) - Allergies - Liver/renal function (affects drug metabolism
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