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Guidance for dispensing Methadose™

September 23, 2013

Methadose™ is a standardized, concentrated (10mg/ml) oral solution that replaces compounded methadone for patients being treated for opioid dependence. NOTE:…

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Electronic signatures not acceptable

September 23, 2013

The standards of practice for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and physicians all state that electronic signatures on prescriptions are not allowed.

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4 benefits of better communication with patients

September 23, 2013

Many of the complaints ACP receives stem from patients frustrated by a lack of communication they have experienced at a…

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Council meeting Oct. 2

September 23, 2013

1:30 – 5 p.m., Oct. 2 and 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Oct. 4 (Council development on Oct. 3)
Buffalo…

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Requirement for safety-engineered needles

September 10, 2013

In July 2010, the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code changed to require employers to provide and ensure that any medical…

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Observe patients for at least 15 minutes after vaccination

September 10, 2013

A study using the American Vaccine Adverse Reporting System found that 63% of syncopal (loss of consciousness) events occurred within…

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Avoid needlestick injuries

September 10, 2013

Most needlestick injuries among pharmacists occur during peak flu vaccination months.1 1 de Perio, Marie A., “Needlestick Injuries among Employees at…

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New needle, new syringe – every time!

September 10, 2013

Always: Follow aseptic practices during the preparation and administration of injected medications.
Use medications packaged as single-use vials for…

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Practice profile: Teaming up for better patient care

September 10, 2013

It’s often said that the sum is greater than the individual parts. For the team and patients at the Pain…

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