Learning Case-based learning: social prescribing and pharmacy professionals How pharmacy professionals can use social prescribing to complement traditional medicines and improve patient care.…Published: 4 June 2024
Learning Case-based learning: dysmenorrhoea management Dysmenorrhoea can severely affect the quality of life of menstruating women. It is important that pharmacists can recognise the signs and symptoms and provide advice on appropriate management.…Published: 31 May 2024
Learning Principles of diagnostic reasoning This article introduces principles and techniques that help prescribers to systematically structure their approach to differential diagnosis.…Published: 23 February 2024
Learning Lithium monitoring and toxicity management Pharmacists across sectors should be able to counsel patients on the recognition and prevention of lithium toxicity.…Published: 16 February 2024
Learning How to talk to patients about starting antidepressants Antidepressants are a treatment option for depression, but there are many misconceptions about them. This article summarises what pharmacists should discuss with patients starting treatment.…Published: 13 February 2024
Learning Performing a physical examination on a patient when prescribing An introduction to the main techniques and approaches prescribers can use when performing a physical examination.…Published: 30 January 2024
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
