Exploring the barriers and facilitators to non-medical prescribing experienced by pharmacists and physiotherapists, using focus groups.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Non-medical prescribing (NMP) was introduced into the United Kingdom to enhance patient care and improve access to medicines. Early research indicated that not all non-medical prescribers utilised their qualification. A systematic review described 15 factors influencing NMP implementation. Findings from a recent linked Delphi study with independent physiotherapist and pharmacist prescribers achieved consensus for 1 barrier and 28 facilitators. However, item ranking differed for pharmacist and physiotherapist groups, suggesting facilitators and barriers to NMP differ depending on profession. The aim of this study was to further explore the lived experiences of NMP by pharmacists and physiotherapists.

Method

Study design and analytical approach were guided by Interp

SUBMITTER: Graham-Clarke E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8854478 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature