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Implementation of pharmacy computerization in long-term care.

J Meyer, M Douzjian, K Bernstein

    Hospital Pharmacy
    |October 7, 1987
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    Computerized pharmacy services enhance long-term care by improving medication management and clinical reviews. This system streamlines operations and provides administrative benefits for facilities like the Jewish Home and Hospital for Aged.

    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Health Informatics
    • Pharmacy Practice

    Background:

    • Long-term care facilities require efficient pharmacy services.
    • The Jewish Home and Hospital for Aged (JHHA) sought to optimize its pharmacy operations.
    • Existing pharmacy software often targets retail rather than long-term care needs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the implementation and benefits of a computerized pharmacy service in a long-term care setting.
    • To demonstrate the adaptability of a retail-designed system for specialized long-term care pharmacy needs.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a computerized pharmacy system (AIMS) at JHHA.
    • Generation of pharmacy records including medication administration records (MARs), drug stop-order lists, and formulary listings.

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  • Integration of clinical services such as antibiotic/drug use review and computerized drug profiles.
  • Provision of patient counseling during computer-mediated medication refill appointments.

    • Main Results:

    • Streamlined internal pharmacy operations and administrative processes.
    • Achieved cost reports and budget reductions.
    • Enhanced clinical services through improved drug review processes.
    • Successful tailoring of the AIMS system to meet the specific demands of long-term care pharmacy.

    Conclusions:

    • Computerized pharmacy services are highly suitable for long-term care settings.
    • Adaptable software solutions can significantly benefit long-term care pharmacy operations.
    • Integrated clinical and administrative improvements are achievable with computerized pharmacy systems.