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Opioid risk screening: Program evaluation from the community pharmacists' perspective.
Journal of the American Pharmacists Association : Japha
|December 26, 2021
Summary
Community pharmacists found opioid risk screening valuable for enhancing patient communication and safety. The screening tool offers an objective measure for patient care and risk stratification, improving overall well-being.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Public Health
- Pharmacy Practice
Background:
- Continuous evaluation is crucial for optimizing pharmacist-implemented screening programs.
- Pharmacists play a key role in assessing the practical efficacy of interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate community pharmacists' perceptions of an opioid risk screening tool.
- To assess the tool's implications for enhancing patient-centered care.
Main Methods:
- North Dakota community pharmacists were trained on an opioid risk tool.
- Pharmacists screened all patients receiving opioid prescriptions for misuse and overdose risk.
- A survey evaluated pharmacist perceptions of the tool's utility, propriety, feasibility, and accuracy.
Main Results:
- All pharmacists reported improved patient communication and interventions.
- 97% agreed the tool provided an objective measure and enhanced patient safety.
- While most found it not time-consuming, 14% indicated a need for workflow optimization.
Conclusions:
- Opioid risk screening demonstrates utility in risk stratification.
- The screening is feasible for integration into existing pharmacy workflows.
- The tool supports patient safety and well-being, aligning with propriety standards.
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