What happens when someone is ready to leave the hospital? How do we ensure they have the proper medication, the right dose and enough to last, and why does it all take so long?
Alan, a dedicated Frailty Specialist Pharmacist at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, provides a unique perspective on the journey of a discharge prescription. Come with us as Alan guides us through the process when patients are ready to leave the hospital with medication prescribed during their stay.
Alan explains in detail how the pharmacy team take time and care to consider medication safety and appropriateness for each individual patient.
The video also gives us insight into the rigorous checking procedures to ensure everything is correct and well-documented for the patient when leaving the hospital for future care outside of the trust.
The video also offers a fascinating peek behind the scenes at the inpatient pharmacy department, showcasing the unique technology used daily to help the department run effectively and efficiently.