World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

EVALUATE THE ATTENDANCE OF PHARMACISTS TOWARD PHARMACEUTICAL CARE

*Luma Altayyem, Anwar Alsharaideh, Reham Alraqad, Lubna Aljaghbeir and Maie Momani

ABSTRACT

Background: The concept of pharmaceutical care has had a substantial impact on the field of medicine. It suggests that the approach of providing comprehensive care and addressing medication-related issues has transformed how healthcare is delivered. Pharmacies serve as accessible locations where individuals can seek guidance on health matters and receive necessary medical support. It implies that pharmacies play a crucial role in providing healthcare services to the community. When individuals are unable to promptly consult a doctor, they often turn to pharmacies as a primary source of assistance. It implies that pharmacies serve as an initial point of contact for healthcare needs in situations where immediate access to a doctor is not feasible. The significance of delivering pharmaceutical care in situations where pharmacies serve as the primary healthcare resource. It implies that providing comprehensive care and addressing medication-related issues becomes crucial in these circumstances. The fundamental objective of pharmaceutical care, which is to enhance the overall quality of life for patients and ensure their medication is used safely and effectively. It implies that PC aims to optimize therapeutic outcomes and promote patient well-being. Objectives: To assess pharmacists’ attitudes towards PC practice and knowledge and identify obstacles to PC in Jordanian royal medical services. Methods: A sample size of 100 will choose randomly from Jordanian royal medical services using a formula developed by Daniel and Cross with the assumption of 5% margin of error (d), 95% confidence level (z?/2 =1.96). Face to face interview will occur. The survey have three sections. The three sections focused in sociodemogragic characteristics, attendance of pharmacist toward pharmaceutical care and practice of pharmacists toward pharmaceutical care. Results: Regarding to sociodemographic characteristics, the majority of respondent were between 25 and 40 years old age 75%. 65% of them have bachelor degree. 33% of them agree with health system guarantees the safety of drug treatment. The minority of them strong disagree with main goal of medical treatment is to improve the patient health. Conclusion: This study indicates that formal implementation of PC is expected by community of pharmacists’ in Jordan. Results of this study also show, however, that Jordanian pharmacists still have poor knowledge of the PC concept. Continues education program are need to improve their knowledge.

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