A simulated patient study to evaluate community pharmacist assessment, management and advice giving to patients with asthma.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research has shown that there is an increase in the global prevalence of asthma. Pharmacists are well positioned to screen and refer patients for better management of asthma. This study aimed to evaluate community pharmacists' ability to assess the 3 C's (Control, Compliance, Complications) and offer Management and Advice for patients with asthma in the UAE.

Methods

Three fifth year pharmacy students role played a mystery shopper visiting community pharmacies and requesting symptom relief from uncontrolled asthma. Incidence of cough syrup and reliever inhaler supply, physician referral rate, correction of inhaler technique, and counseling on the medications, adherence to the medications and adverse drug reactions were calculated.

Results

One hundred, ninety

SUBMITTER: Hasan S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7805111 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature