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Preparing pharmacy students to communicate effectively with adolescents
ConclusionsThe workshop increased pharmacy student perceived confidence and knowledge relating to the importance of adolescent counselling and counselling techniques. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 30, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Julia F.M. Gilmartin ‐Thomas, Betsy Sleath, Stacy Cooper Bailey, Delesha M. Carpenter, Angel Chater, Catherine MacAllister, Oksana Pyzik, Brandi Wayman, Izabela E. Annis, Felicity Smith Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

The oncology pharmacist as part of the palliative treatment team
ConclusionThe palliative pharmacist team adds expertise to the palliative treatment team, with an active contribution in 76% of patients. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 30, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Mirjam Crul, Piter Oosterhof Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Impact of a pharmacist ‐led education and follow‐up service on anticoagulation control and safety outcomes at a tertiary hospital in China: a randomised controlled trial
ConclusionsThe PEFS markedly enhanced anticoagulation control and warfarin knowledge but there was room for improvement. The expansion of pharmacists ’ clinical role and the development of more effective education and follow‐up strategies are warranted to optimise anticoagulation management services in China. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 30, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Jia ‐Bi Liang, Cheng‐Kin Lao, Lin Tian, Ying‐Ying Yang, Hui‐Min Wu, Henry Hoi‐Yee Tong, Alexandre Chan Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Promotion of appropriate knowledge and attitude towards medicines among schoolchildren in Jordan: the role of teachers
ConclusionsThe study highlighted that teachers ’ knowledge about medicines was not satisfactory enough for them to become active health educators. At the same time, they were willing to educate children about proper use of medicines, and such education should be started at the first grade (i.e. 6 years old). (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 30, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Rawia Sharaydih, Sumaya Abuloha, Mayyada Wazaify Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Do randomised controlled trials relevant to pharmacy meet best practice standards for quality conduct and reporting? A systematic review
AbstractObjectivesEvidence ‐based pharmacy practice requires a dependable evidence base. Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) are the gold standard of high‐quality primary research, and tools exist to assist researchers in conducting and reporting high‐quality RCTs. This review aimed to explore whether RCTs relevant to p harmacy are conducted and reported in line with Cochrane risk of bias and CONSORT standards, respectively.MethodsA MEDLINE search identified potential papers. After screening of titles, abstracts and full texts, the 50 most recent papers were reviewed and assessment of bias according to Cochrane domai...
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 30, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Alison Ritchie, Liza Seubert, Rhonda Clifford, Danae Perry, Christine Bond Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Pharmacists' perceived responsibility for patient care when there is a risk of misadventure: a qualitative study
ConclusionPharmacists in this study varied in terms of their perceived scope of practice and responsibility to patient outcomes in response to a case involving a patient at risk of opioid ‐related harm. Further work on pharmacist responsibility may reduce this variability. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 17, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Georgia Bennett, Meng ‐Wong Taing, H. Laetitia Hattingh, Adam La Caze Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

A systematic review examining the effectiveness of medicines information services for patients and the general public
ConclusionsFindings suggest that both PMHS and MISGP may be beneficial sources of medicines ‐related support. However, the moderate quality and high risk of bias of studies highlight that more high‐quality research is needed. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 11, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Matt Williams, Abbie Jordan, Jenny Scott, Matthew D. Jones Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Issue Information
International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, Volume 27, Issue 5, Page i-iv, October 2019. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 5, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Issue Information Source Type: research

Deprescribing: routine pharmacy practice or an exciting research opportunity?
International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, Volume 27, Issue 5, Page 406-407, October 2019. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 5, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: David John Wright, Sion Scott, Debi Bhattacharya Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Now is the time to address the Culture of Residential Aged Care Facilities to support Pharmacists in reducing psychotropic prescribing
International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, Volume 27, Issue 5, Page 404-405, October 2019. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 5, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Mouna Sawan, Timothy F. Chen, Phyo Kyaw Myint, Yun ‐Hee Jeon, Sarah N. Hilmer Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Ageing and medicines: research solutions to a demographic challenge
International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, Volume 27, Issue 5, Page 403-403, October 2019. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 5, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Carmel M. Hughes Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

The assessment of environmental and external cross ‐contamination in preparing ready‐to‐administer cytotoxic drugs: a comparison between a robotic system and conventional manual production
ConclusionComparison of both preparation methods showed that external (cross ‐)contamination of infusion bags was lower using the robotic system. An optimized cleaning procedure showed the best results in environmental contamination for the robot. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - September 5, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Annabel Werumeus Buning, Tjerk H. Geersing, Mirjam Crul Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Internet ‐based pharmacy and centralised dispensing: an exploratory mixed‐methods study of the views of family practice staff
ConclusionsFurther research is needed to confirm these exploratory findings, due to the low response rate and sample size. Findings, nevertheless, highlight how wider changes in dispensing processes may have unintended consequences on other aspects of the healthcare system. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 28, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Nicola Hall, Scott Wilkes, John Sherwood Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Impact of pharmacists ’ interventions on the pharmacotherapy of patients with complex needs monitored in multidisciplinary primary care teams
ConclusionFamily medicine groups pharmacists can detect and resolve DRPs and can reduce medication regimen complexity and non ‐adherence to treatment in patients with complex needs monitored in FMGs. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 28, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Madjda Samir Abdin, Lise Grenier ‐Gosselin, Line Guénette Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

An exploration of patient safety culture in Kuwait hospitals: a qualitative study of healthcare professionals' perspectives
ConclusionsThis study gave insight into how healthcare professionals perceive the current PSC in Kuwait. Despite their positive attitudes and knowledge towards patient safety, various barriers were reported that hinder optimal PSC. These barriers were related to support, staffing, resources and response to error. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 28, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Abdullah Al Hamid, Aisha Malik, Shahad Alyatama Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research