Applications of Computers in Hospital Pharmacy and Functions of a Pharmacy Therapeutic Committee

Applications of Computers in Hospital Pharmacy

24. Describe the applications of computers in a hospital pharmacy?

Computers have transformed the healthcare industry, including hospital pharmacy practice. Here are some ways in which computers are used in hospital pharmacy practice:

  1. Medication Management: Computerized systems are used to manage medication administration, prescription orders, and inventory control. This system can track medication usage, monitor medication errors, and streamline medication
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The Importance of Good Health for Overall Well-being

Health is a state of complete physical, social and mental well being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Health is thus a level of functional efficiency of living beings and a general condition of a person’s mind, body and spirit, meaning it is free from illness, injury and pain. It is a resource of everyday life and a positive concept emphasizing physical capabilities.

Good health is a secret of every happy man. Staying healthy for children is vital for proper growth and development

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The Pros and Cons of Various Topics

GPT and the Future of Writing

Technological tools can replace some types of writing due to their efficiency, correctness, and ability to generate automated content. However, they cannot completely replace the creativity, cultural and emotional context, ethical judgment, and personal interaction that other types of writing require. Therefore, although useful, technologies cannot completely replace human writing.

Improving Hospital Menus in the NHS

To improve hospital menus in the NHS, it is recommended:

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Comprehensive Guide to Common Medications: Uses, Mechanisms, and Side Effects

Eye Drops

MOA: Increase outflow of aqueous humor by opening up channels/vessels. Prostaglandin and A2 agonists do this. Or they decrease the aqueous humor production/secretion. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, A2 agonists, and beta blockers do this.

  • Prostaglandin analogs (latanoprost, bimatoprost) darken the color of the iris, can cause eyelash growth.
  • Timolol: Systemic beta-blocker like effects: bradycardia, exercise intolerance, low BP, worse asthma/COPD.
  • Brimonidine: A2 receptor gets activated and
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Essential English for Healthcare Professionals

Basic English for Healthcare Professionals

Grammar

Subject-Verb Agreement

Do: I, You, We, They

Does: He, She, It

Telling Time

  • It’s a quarter past six – 6:15
  • It’s six o’clock – 6:00
  • It’s a quarter to seven – 6:45
  • It’s half past six – 6:30
  • It’s ten past six – 6:10
  • It’s five to seven – 6:55
  • It’s three minutes past six – 6:03

Hospital Vocabulary

Objects & Equipment

  • Crash Cart: Carretilla
  • Blood Pressure Cuff: Tensión
  • Syringe: Inyección
  • Bedpan: Orinal
  • Stethoscope: Corazón
  • Bandage: Venda
  • Patient’s Cart: Ficha paciente
  • Drip:
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Cervical Cancer: Prevention, Symptoms, and Treatment

Cervical Cancer

Overview

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus. It is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which is spread through sexual contact.

Symptoms

In the early stages, cervical cancer may not cause any symptoms. As the cancer progresses, symptoms may include:

  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding, such as bleeding after sex, after menopause, or between periods
  • Unusual vaginal discharge
  • Pain during sex

Risk Factors

Risk factors for cervical cancer

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