Patients will receive more information about their medications. The pharmacist will ensure the use of available resources to maximise a patients ability to adhere to the prescribed medication regime. Continuity of care between the hospital and the community is enhanced. Periodic audit of patient satisfaction e.g. by questionnaire. Pharmacists will support psychiatrists and nursing staff in the treatment of non-psychiatric conditions.
All pharmacists have and maintain a basic knowledge of the treatment of non-psychiatric conditions.
The pharmacist is available to give advice to psychiatrists and mental health nursing staff about non-psychiatric conditions. The pharmacist will advise referral to specialist medical or nursing staff when appropriate. The pharmacists contributions are recorded on dedicated contribution record sheets, and records of these contributions are maintained. Patients are referred to specialist medical or nursing staff when appropriate. Pharmacists contributions are recorded.