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Medication safety officer preparatory course: Outcomes and experiences
Hisham Aljadhey1, Salma Alkhani2, Tahir Mehmood Khan3
1Medication Safety Research Chair, Clinical Pharmacy Department, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Summary
A preparatory course significantly enhanced pharmacists' knowledge of medication safety. This training is crucial for improving patient safety in healthcare settings.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Patient Safety
- Medication Management
Background:
- Few hospitals have dedicated medication safety officers.
- A structured curriculum was developed to equip pharmacists with essential skills.
- The course aimed to prepare professionals for medication safety officer roles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of a medication safety officer preparatory course.
- To evaluate the change in knowledge among participating pharmacists.
- To determine the effectiveness of structured training in medication safety.
Main Methods:
- A three-day course was conducted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Teaching methods included didactic sessions, group discussions, and case studies.
- Knowledge assessment was performed using a validated 20-item exam before and after the course.
Main Results:
- Twenty-one pharmacists completed the course and assessments.
- Mean knowledge scores significantly increased from 14.3 to 18.5 (P < 0.001).
- The majority of participants had 1-5 years of job experience.
Conclusions:
- The preparatory course effectively improved pharmacists' knowledge of medication safety.
- Educating healthcare professionals is vital for enhancing patient safety.
- This training can empower pharmacists to implement medication safety initiatives.
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