Using A Work System Framework to Investigate Pharmacists' Roles in Cystic Fibrosis Management.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that requires complex, lifelong treatment regimens to maintain health and reduce disease progression. The aims of this study were 1) to gain the perspectives of multiple health professions to understand medication and well-being challenges of people living with CF; and 2) to apply the Systems Engineering Initiative for Patient Safety (SEIPS) model to further identify opportunities for pharmacists to support people with CF.

Methods

Health care professionals were recruited from a Cystic Fibrosis Center in the Midwest, to participate in audio-recorded semistructured interviews. Topics examined during the interviews included medication education for patients as well as experiences with outpatient, specialty, and community pharm

SUBMITTER: Abraham O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8939272 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature