Learning How to counsel patients on the administration of nasal sprays, drops and ointments and performing nasal irrigation Pharmacists and pharmacy teams must ensure patients understand how best to use their nasal preparations to ensure optimal delivery to resolve symptoms and prevent side effects.…Published: 16 January 2024
Learning Introduction to clinical assessment for prescribers Prescribers can make use of a range of different methods and approaches when conducting clinical assessments. This article introduces some common tools used to collect information about a patient’s health status and wellbeing.…Published: 12 December 2023
Learning Test yourself: the 2023 CPD and Learning quiz Assess your knowledge on topics ranging from infectious diseases, to professional skills, to cardiology, in our end-of-year CPD and learning quiz.…Published: 8 December 2023
Learning Principles of effective history taking when prescribing An accurate patient history provides a foundation for assessing the best options for patients and preventing errors. This article outlines principles and approaches that can help prescribers to gather information effectively.…Published: 28 November 2023
Learning Test yourself: communication and person-centred practice for prescribing An opportunity to test your knowledge on core prescribing skills and approaches.…Published: 23 November 2023
Learning Introduction to the prescribing consultation A consultation provides prescribers with an opportunity to effectively gather relevant information from an individual to make a probable diagnosis and reach a shared decision about the next steps. This article introduces the components of an effective consultation and how you can develop skills and …Published: 17 November 2023
Learning Communication techniques for prescribing Effective communication is central to the prescribing process and is a skill that can be continuously improved. This article introduces a selection of models and approaches that can help prescribers structure their consultations in an effective and patient-centred way.…Published: 31 October 2023
Learning How to conduct effective men’s health promotion in community pharmacy Advice and examples from practice detailing how pharmacists can lead successful local interventions that target men’s health improvement.…Published: 14 July 2023
Learning Emotional wellbeing in children and young people with diabetes Pharmacists can support patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and their families by recognising difficulties in care, promoting emotional wellbeing and using supportive language.…Published: 2 June 2023
Learning Pharmacy’s role in supporting adults who self-harm An overview of self-harm in adults and how pharmacy staff can provide support.…Published: 17 March 2023
