Dr Erica Stewart, Centenary Institute[/caption]
Chelsea Felkai, MPS[/caption]
Working with the nursing staff to understand when PRN (as required) chemical restraint might be used, and ensuring other options have been exhausted first, has shown the most reduction in how much psychotropic medications have been used so far. The numbers are relatively small, but to be honest, this is largely because the facility had great protocols to begin with.
Dr Natalie Soulsby FPS[/caption]
Associate Professor Luke Grzeskowiak[/caption]
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Tips for curbing measles spread as cases explode
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AI in pharmacy: what’s it good for?
From patient simulations to drudge tasks, artificial intelligence can complement rather than compete with human care.
How to channel your ‘inner prescriber’
As new pharmacist prescribing pilots and models continue to be introduced, here's a look at the history of prescribing and where it’s headed.
This pharmacist is transforming homeless health services
Homeless patients often have complex health needs and difficulty sticking to medicine regimes. But Western Australia-based GP pharmacist Kate Fulford MPS uses her broad knowledge base to find the right approach.
A sporting approach to pharmacy
For former athletics star Emily Shears MPS, combining sport and pharmacy set her on track to help other female athletes reach peak performance.
