An evaluation of Alberta pharmacists' practices, views and confidence regarding prescription drug abuse and addiction within their practice setting.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pharmacists play an important role in managing patients with prescription drug abuse and addiction (PDAA). The objective of this study was to explore Alberta pharmacists' practices, views and confidence in the management of patients at risk of or living with PDAA in their practice setting.

Methods

A 26-question online questionnaire was distributed to 4261 pharmacists across Alberta, of whom 656 (15%) participated. The questionnaire consisted of 17 multiple-choice, 6 multipart and 3 free-response questions. Questionnaire responses were collected and analyzed in Qualtrics.

Results

Sixty-six percent (n = 408) of pharmacists indicated that PDAA was prevalent in their practice setting, with 55% (n = 340) of respondents encountering more than 6 pati

SUBMITTER: Necyk C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6851641 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature