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Analysis of an Infectious Diseases Pharmacist on Call Pager Program to Inform Educational Efforts.
Elise M Gilbert1, Nathaniel J Rhodes1,2, Milena M McLaughlin1,2
1Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL, USA.
Summary
An on-call infectious diseases (ID) pharmacist program effectively addresses anti-infective agent questions, primarily concerning antibiotic spectrum, selection, and dosing. This data informs targeted educational initiatives for healthcare providers.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Infectious Diseases
- Clinical Pharmacy
Background:
- On-call infectious diseases (ID) pharmacists serve as crucial resources for healthcare providers seeking guidance on anti-infective agents.
- Physicians, pharmacists, and other clinicians utilize these specialists to address complex medication-related queries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the types, sources, and temporal patterns of questions received by an ID pharmacist on-call pager program.
- To evaluate how collected question data can inform and guide educational strategies for healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective analysis of questions submitted to an ID pharmacist on-call pager system at a major academic medical center.
- Data were systematically recorded and analyzed for trends in question type and frequency, with qualitative assessment for educational needs.
Main Results:
- The ID pharmacist handled 545 questions over one year, with the majority focusing on antibiotic spectrum and selection (46.1%) and dosing (35.8%).
- Specific educational interventions included training on polymyxin antibiotic use and updates to antibiotic dosing protocols.
Conclusions:
- The on-call ID pharmacist pager program is a valuable tool for addressing clinical questions about anti-infective agents, particularly regarding spectrum, selection, and dosing.
- Documenting and analyzing these inquiries provides essential data for developing targeted educational resources and improving clinical practice.
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