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.…
Community pharmacy independent prescribing programme delayed further Exclusive: A spokesperson for NHS England has said integrated care boards are still progressing on “standing up” the Independent Prescribing Pathfinder programme.…
Becoming a pharmacist prescriber: the highs and lows In this episode of The PJ Pod, we join three pharmacists on their journeys to becoming independent prescribers.…
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.…
Test yourself: communication and person-centred practice for prescribing An opportunity to test your knowledge on core prescribing skills and approaches.…
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 …
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.…
How the RPS has supported the advancement of pharmacist prescribing Laura Wilson, director for Scotland at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, recounts how the Society lobbied for wider use of pharmacist independent prescribers.…
Community pharmacy independent prescribing sites expected to be established by November 2023 Exclusive: NHS England said integrated care boards are currently working towards establishing pathfinder sites and governance arrangements for the Independent Prescribing Pathfinder Programme.…
Factors influencing effective communication when prescribing Understanding the factors that impact communication is critical for the delivery of person-centred prescribing. This article explores how to identify these factors and develop an optimised communication strategy for each patient.…
