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EAHP European Statements survey 2015.
Petr Horák1, Nicholas Gibbons2, Juraj Sýkora3,4
1Hospital Pharmacy, University Hospital Motol, Prague 5, Czech Republic.
Summary
The European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP) surveyed hospital pharmacies on implementing key pharmacy practice standards. Findings reveal varied implementation levels and identify barriers to support future improvements in hospital pharmacy services.
Area of Science:
- Hospital Pharmacy Practice
- Pharmaceutical Policy and Management
- Healthcare Quality Improvement
Background:
- The European Statements of Hospital Pharmacy (EAHP Statements) provide a framework for advancing hospital pharmacy services across Europe.
- Understanding the current level of implementation and identifying associated challenges is crucial for targeted support and strategic development.
- The 2015 EAHP European Statements survey focused on specific sections to assess progress and pinpoint areas needing attention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To collect statistical data on the implementation status of sections 2, 5, and 6 of the EAHP Statements.
- To identify significant barriers hindering the effective implementation of these EAHP Statements.
- To gather insights that will inform the EAHP's future strategies for supporting hospital pharmacies.
Main Methods:
- An online questionnaire was distributed to hospital pharmacies across all member countries of the European Association of Hospital Pharmacy (EAHP).
- Data analysis was conducted by researchers from Keele University School of Pharmacy, UK, in collaboration with the EAHP Survey Group.
- The survey collected data on hospital pharmacy demographics, implementation levels of specific EAHP Statements, and perceived barriers and drivers.
Main Results:
- A total of 949 responses were received, yielding a 18% response rate.
- While nearly half of surveyed pharmacies served over 500 beds, 80% had 10 or fewer pharmacists.
- Low implementation rates were observed in areas such as routine publication of hospital pharmacy research (achieved by >=50% in only five countries) and the use of computerized decision support for medication error reduction (used by less than half of respondents in most countries).
- A majority (67%) reported having contingency plans for medicines shortages, and an average of 58% of countries reported conducting audits for medicines use processes in the past three years.
Conclusions:
- The EAHP has obtained a comprehensive understanding of the implementation status of EAHP Statements sections 2, 5, and 6.
- Key barriers and drivers influencing the implementation of these standards have been identified.
- This information is vital for the EAHP to develop effective support mechanisms and strategic plans for enhancing hospital pharmacy practice.
Keywords:
EAHPEAHP surveyEuropean Association of Hospital PharmacistsEuropean Statements of Hospital Pharmacyhealthcare surveyhospital pharmacy practicehospital pharmacy servicesimplementationMore Related Videos
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