English article analysis

1st argument

a contraceptive pill consultation is about more than simply prescribing contraceptives.

2nd argument

the issue should not be framed as a conflict between GPs and pharmacists.

3rd argument

expanding pharmacists’ prescribing responsibilities will place further strain on an already overstretched profession.

anecdote arg 1

“became a complex conversation about possible endometriosis, skin care, screening and the difficult transition into adulthood.”

listing arg 1

“disordered eating, childhood trauma or low mood”

emotive language arg 1

when describing the patient as “distressed” and explaining that she was “missing classes” because of her painful and heavy periods.

metaphor arg 2

“turf war,”

inclusive language arg 2

“Women absolutely deserve more accessible and affordable healthcare.”

call to collaboration arg 2

“GPs, pharmacists, nurses and policymakers” should be “brought to the table together.”

listing arg 3

“staff shortages, intense workloads, commercial pressures and rising patient expectations.”

appeal to authority arg 3

Leon Yap, the president of Professional Pharmacists Australia, who states that “scope of practice expansion without dedicated support is neither sustainable nor safe for pharmacists or patients.”

emotive language arg 3

“many pharmacists are deeply apprehensive about the responsibility attached to expanded prescribing roles.”