Handbook of Evidence-Based Pharmacist Care: Clinical, Economic, and Humanistic Impacts : Volume 11: Pharmacist Care in Special Services

Showcases the expanded roles and responsibilities of pharmacists in specialized services. Key topics: antibiotics, weight management, smoking cessation, medication therapy management, health education and promotion, medication compliance, OTC and nutraceuticals, patient safety, self-care, etc.

Recognizing that the value of pharmacists extends beyond clinical interventions to include cost-effective healthcare solutions and compassionate, patient-centered care, this new series of handbooks aims to fill this gap by showcasing the expanded roles and responsibilities of pharmacists. It will be first of its kind to provide comprehensive information about evidence-based pharmacist care, providing the latest research, guidelines, and up-to-date best practices. This handbook series is unique in that each volume covers a specific topic, such as infectious diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, and cardiovascular diseases (to name just three areas) and will explore the impact of pharmacist care on patients in clinical settings, consider the economics and humanistic outcomes, as well as discuss the challenges and present helpful advice for implementing effective pharmacist care. The volumes will also delve into the implications, methods, and challenges of providing online and distance pharmacist care services for the specific diseases and conditions as well. Volume 11: Pharmacist Care in Special Services is devoted to showcasing the expanded roles and responsibilities of pharmacists in various specialized services, underlining their integral position in healthcare delivery. Pharmacists are increasingly recognized not just as dispensers of medications but as key healthcare providers offering a wide range of services. This book focuses on these diverse roles, from managing antibiotic therapies to addressing medication safety and patient education. Key topics in this book include antibiotics, weight management, smoking cessation, medication therapy management and medication review, health education and promotion, medication compliance, OTC and nutraceuticals, medication and patient safety, self-care and self-antibiotics use and abuse, and patient care errors and problems. An essential guide for pharmacists and healthcare professionals, this volume provides insights into the expanding roles of pharmacists in specialized services through evidence-based practices, case studies, and practical guidance, empowering pharmacists to enhance their contributions to patient care across these varied domains. Volumes in Handbook of Evidence-Based Pharmacist Care Volume 1: Cardiovascular Diseases Volume 2: Endocrine, Respiratory, and Renal Diseases and Disorders Volume 3: Gastrointestinal Diseases and Disorders Volume 4: Arthritis and Psychiatric Diseases and Disorders Volume 5: System-Specific Infections Volume 6: Widespread and Transmissible Infections Volume 7: Skin Diseases and Conditions Volume 8: Neurological, Hematological, and Urological Diseases and Disorders Volume 9: Oncological Diseases and Disorders Volume 10: Diseases and Disorders of Special Populations Volume 11: Pharmacist Care in Special Services Volume 12: Advanced Practices in Pharmacist Care Volume 13: Pharmacist Skills and Competencies Volume 14: Clinical Pharmacy, Advanced Pharmacist Practice, and Pharmacy Clinics: Case Studies from Around the World