Pharmacy Basics
What is a pharmacy mainly responsible for?
Dispensing medications and helping patients with prescriptions
What was my role at my placement?
Pharmacy assistant
What PPE did I use?
Gloves
What is a drug shortage?
When medication is unavailable
Name one skill I developed
Communication / teamwork / organization
Who is responsible for checking prescriptions before giving them to patients?
The pharmacist
Name one task I performed daily
Blister packaging / filling prescriptions / organizing
Why do we wear gloves in a pharmacy?
To prevent contamination and maintain safety
Name one cause of drug shortages
Manufacturing delays / supply chain issues / demand
What skill helps avoid mistakes in pharmacy work?
Attention to detail
What is a blister pack used for?
Organize medication by day and time
How are things kept track of in the Pharmacy?
A Pharmacy computer system for prescriptions and deliveries, or documents
How are confidential documents disposed of?
Using a shredder
What is one effect of drug shortages?
Delays in treatment or switching medications
What skill is used when helping customers?
Communication
Why is accuracy important in a pharmacy?
To ensure patient safety and correct medication use
How did I help customers?
Assisted them in picking up prescriptions
Why is confidentiality important in healthcare?
To protect patient privacy and personal information
What is one solution to drug shortages?
Better communication and inventory management
What skill improved as I became more independent?
Responsibility