Parkville First semester 2008 (Day)
The aim of this subject is for students to develop an understanding of how to provide a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service. Clinical pharmacy practice is underpinned by ability in the clinical application of knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics in selected patient groups. Students should appreciate a patient-centred view of health care delivery and the role of the pharmacist in patient management.
An appreciation of the role of the pharmacist in primary health care and patient management;
An understanding of the principles of drug therapy in particular patient groups ;
Abilities in applying these principles in consideration of patient care issues;
An understanding of the pathophysiology and pharmacotherapy of several common disease states;
Ability in the clinical application of knowledge of pharmacology and therapeutics in selected patient groups.
An ability to use a patient centred approach to the application of clinical knowledge and skills
Understanding of management of some common disease states
Examination 3 hours (80%)
Case-study assignment (20%)