Discharge Medicines Service (DMS)

Question 1

What is DMS?

Answer 1

Referral for selected patients to pharmacy for extra guidance post discharge giving advice for new meds or change made by hospital.

Question 2

List the aims of DMS

Answer 2

• Better communication
• Prevent harm from medicines
• Ensure patients understanding
• Reduce readmissions
• Team work

Question 3

Briefly describe the contractor requirements

Answer 3

• Essential service
• E-learning & assessments
• DMS declaration & competence
• SOPs in place
• Suitable consultation room
• Communication between local GP & pharmacist

Question 4

What is Stage 1 DMS?

Answer 4

Within 72 hours of referral
- Pharmacist check changes, monitoring requirements and contraindication.
- Record made to alert staff to conduct stages 2 and 3 when received Rx
- Check any previously ordered Rx

Question 5

What is Stage 2 of DMS?

Answer 5

Once Rx received
- Ensure changes made
- GP/PCN alerted of any issues
- Record made

Question 6

What is Stage 3 of DMS?

Answer 6

On collection of 1st Rx
- Discuss changes
- Establish they understand what each medicine is for
- Educate how to take - compliance
- Communicate important info to go
- Offer to dispose of any unwanted medicines
- Offer NMS If appropriate

Question 7

What are the costs of this service?

Answer 7

S1 - £12
S2 - £11
S3 - £12
Total - £35