Abstract

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. A comprehensive handbook of clinical pharmacy, it covers everything from the role of the pharmacist to key areas of practice such as OTC (over-the-counter) prescribing and therapeutic drug level monitoring. The new edition specifically addresses the changing role of the pharmacist in the community, issues surrounding compliance, management and communication skills, and more.

• This unique pocket-sized clinical reference is easy to use on the go.
• Includes content on both hospital and community pharmacy.

• How to Use This Book section at the beginning of the book helps readers get the most out of the text by describing all of its assets and their uses.
• Expanded and timely information on the changing role of the pharmacist in the community, including their role in initiatives such as smoking cessation, and protocols for emergency hormonal contraception.
• Includes more content on compliance such as researching and providing patients with accurate drug information.
• Expanded information on communication and management skills emphasize the importance of these skills for both community and hospital pharmacists.
• Improved, more user-friendly format features a two-color design to make finding information easier.