Journal of Nursing & Care

Imbi Drame

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• Research Article
  Preferences and Utilization of Drug Information Resources by Practicing Pharmacists
  Author(s): Bisrat Hailemeskel and Imbi DrameBisrat Hailemeskel and Imbi Drame
  
  Objective: This study was designed to identify preferences and utilization of drug information (DI) resources, and to assess perceived level of drug information skill for pharmacists enrolled in a Non-traditional Doctor of Pharmacy (NTDP) program. Background: The ability to search for, utilize and apply drug information is an essential skill for pharmacists to fulfill their role as the primary source of drug knowledge. However, with exponential growth in the abundance of information, the increasing availability of an array DI resources and as a advocacy measures for provider status and MTM reimbursement intensify, knowing appropriate DI skills has become a challenge for pharmacists. Therefore, understanding the baseline knowledge of practicing pharmacists, such as those in NTDP programs, is crucial for determining how to design effective training measures. Methods: An 18-question surv.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-1168.1000378

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