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Monitoring diabetes mellitus: the pharmacist's role
1School of Pharmacy, West Virginia University, Morgantown.
American Pharmacy
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Pharmacists play a vital role in managing diabetes mellitus by monitoring patients and providing guidance on treatments and devices. This collaborative approach supports patients in achieving a normal lifestyle.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Endocrinology
- Patient Care
Background:
- Diabetes mellitus management requires comprehensive patient monitoring and education.
- Pharmacists possess unique skills to support diabetes care.
- Contemporary diabetes management involves numerous products and devices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the pharmacist's role in diabetes mellitus patient care.
- To emphasize the need for pharmacists' familiarity with diabetes management.
- To encourage the development of specialized pharmacy services for diabetes.
Main Methods:
- Review of current diabetes mellitus management strategies.
- Assessment of pharmacist's capabilities in patient counseling and monitoring.
- Discussion of a shared-care model involving pharmacists.
Main Results:
- Pharmacists are well-positioned to counsel patients on diabetes management.
- Guidance on diverse diabetes products and devices can be provided by pharmacists.
- Pharmacists can act as valuable resources for healthcare teams.
Conclusions:
- Pharmacists are integral to effective diabetes mellitus care.
- Developing specialized pharmacy services can enhance patient outcomes.
- A shared-care approach involving pharmacists promotes a normal lifestyle for individuals with diabetes.
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