Collaborative Care: The Interdependent Roles of Pharmacists and Nurses in Patient Outcomes
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https://doi.org/10.53555/eijmhs.v10i1.226Keywords:
Pharmacist-nurse collaboration, patient outcomes, interprofessional care, medication management, patient educationAbstract
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, the collaboration between pharmacists and nurses plays a critical role in enhancing patient outcomes. This critical review examines the interdependent roles of pharmacists and nurses, focusing on their collaborative efforts to improve patient care. The review synthesizes evidence from various studies, highlighting the complementary skills and expertise of both professions. Key areas of collaboration include medication management, patient education, chronic disease management, and hospital discharge planning. The review also identifies challenges such as professional boundaries, communication issues, and institutional policies that hinder effective collaboration. By addressing these barriers, the potential for improved patient outcomes is significant. Successful case studies and collaborative care models are presented to illustrate the benefits of pharmacist-nurse collaboration. The findings underscore the importance of fostering interprofessional relationships and suggest practical recommendations for healthcare practice, policy, and education. Enhanced training programs and supportive policies are crucial to promoting effective collaboration and optimizing patient care. This review calls for ongoing research to further explore and validate the impact of pharmacist-nurse collaboration on patient outcomes.
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