Exam 1- Pharmacy

what is a profession?

calling requiring specialized knowledge or long/intense schooling

what makes an occupation a profession?

extensive learning & entry standards

-degree

-NAPLEX exam (license)

what makes an occupation a profession?

service orientation & altruistic values

-serving best interest of patients

-not motivated primarily by economics/prestige

what makes an occupation a profession?

unique body of knowledge

-exclusive keeper of a body of knowledge

what makes an occupation a profession?

autonomy

-self-regulation and policing

—>state boards of pharmacy

—>development of professional practice standards

-independence and respectful collaboration

-pharmacist respects values and abilities of collegues

what makes an occupation a profession?

intellectual effort

-exercise judgment in the routine conduct of one’s work

—>maintain competence (life-long learning)

what makes an occupation a profession?

code of ethics

-APhA Code of Ethics of Pharmacists

what is professionalism?

active demonstration of the conduct, traits, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a professional person

6 tenants: what is altruism?

unselfishly commit to serving best interests of patients

6 tenants: what is honesty & integrity?

display of honesty and integrity in all professional settings

6 tenants: what is respect of others?

treat others the way you want and expect to be treated

6 tenants: what is professional presence?

establish trust through your professional presence

6 tenants: what is professional stewardship?

actively engage in school, participate in organizations and other worthwhile endeavors

6 tenants: what is dedication and commitment to excellence?

strive for excellence!

assume responsibility for your professional development

there are __ times as many physicians in practice than pharmacists

3

MDs are also known as ________ (must have post-graduate training)

allopathic

DOs are also known as _______ (could just do internship, but probably have to do psot-grad)

osteopathic

do physicians need to complete a residency

YES

what is a fellowship for in medical practice

sub-specialization

what are the 3 educational paths to be an RN

-BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

-DIPLOMA from hospital-based nursing program

-ASN (Associate of Science degree in Nursing)

regardless of degree or diploma, all RNs must pass ___________

state board licensure exam

exam does NOT differ based on previous education

number of baccalaureate degree-nursing is ________

INCREASING

number of associate degree-nursing is __________

DECREASING

what is independent prescriptive authority

ability to prescribe without limitation Rx and controlled drugs

what is the difference between independent and dependent prescribing

independent does NOT require collaboration with another licensed health professional

what is dependent prescribing

prescribing that must be supervised by another health professional

who has complete independent prescribing authority

PHYSICIANS (MD and DO)

who has independent prescribing authority ONLY within the scope of their practice

dentists, podiatrists, optometrists, veterinarians, and

some APNs/nurse practitioners

do psychiatrists have independent prescribing authority

YES (they are physicians)

do chiropractors have independent prescribing authority

NO

whether or not APNs have independent prescribing authority or not is ______ dependent

state

in most states physician assistants have ________ prescribing authority

dependent

pharmacists in some states have prescribing authority over things like…

oral contraceptives, tobacco cessations, immunizations, naloxone

which is more formal: collaborative practice agreement and collaborative pharmacy practice

collaborative practice agreement

what is a collaborative pharmacy agreement

FORMAL practice relationship between a pharmacist and another healthcare practitioner where pharmacists assume responsibility for specific patient care BEYOND their typical scope

what is a collaborative pharmacy practice

LESS FORMAL agreement that provides similar outcomes to CPAs