Ethical Codes In Pharmacy

Question 1

What are ethical codes in pharmacy?

Answer 1

Guidelines and standards that govern the professional conduct and behavior of pharmacists

Question 2

By who are the ethical codes established?

Answer 2

Pharmacy regulatory bodies, professional organizations, and other relevant authorities

Question 3

Why is there a need for ethical codes?

Answer 3

Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and ethical pharmaceutical care

Question 4

What does ethical codes in pharmacy include?

Answer 4

Patient care, professional competence, integrity and honesty, respect and non-discrimination, confidentiality and privacy, collaboration and teamwork, drug quality and safety, ethical research, professional conduct and accountability

Question 5

What do ethical codes in patient care include?

Answer 5

Pharmacist have a duty to prioritize the well-being and safety of patients, providing patient-centered care, promote optimal health outcomes

Question 6

What do ethical codes in professional competence include?

Answer 6

Pharmacist should maintain and continually enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities

Question 7

What do ethical codes in integrity and honesty include?

Answer 7

Pharmacist are expected to act with honesty, integrity, and transparency in their professional relationships, avoid conflicts of interest, act in the best interest of the patient and ensure accurate documentation and reporting

Question 8

What do ethical codes in respect and non-discrimination include?

Answer 8

Pharmacists must treat all patients with respect, dignity, and without discrimination. They should value diversity, cultural differences and individual rights in their interactions with patients and colleagues

Question 9

What do ethical codes in confidentiality and privacy include?

Answer 9

Pharmacists are responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy, should handle patient information appropriately and securely store it, and only disclosing information with patient consent or as required by law

Question 10

What do ethical codes in collaboration and teamwork include?

Answer 10

Pharmacist should actively collaborate with other healthcare professional to optimize patient care

Question 11

What do ethical codes in drug quality and safety include?

Answer 11

Pharmacists have a responsibility to ensure the quality, safety, and efficacy of medications, by following proper procedures for storage, handling, and dispensing of medications, report adverse drug reactions

Question 12

What do ethical codes in ethical research include?

Answer 12

Pharmacists engaged in research should conduct studies with integrity and adhere to ethical principles

Question 13

In ethical research what do ethical principles include?

Answer 13

Obtaining appropriate approvals, respecting research participant’s rights, ensuring informed consent, and maintaining the integrity of research data

Question 14

What do ethical codes in professional conduct and accountability include?

Answer 14

Pharmacists should maintain professional conduct and behavior that upholds the reputation of the pharmacy profession. They should comply with laws, regulations, and professional standards, accept accountability for their actions and report any unethical Or illegal activities

Question 15

What is legislation in pharmacy?

Answer 15

The laws and regulations that govern the practice of pharmacy, the dispensing of medications, and the operation of pharmacies

Question 16

What are the aspects of legislation in pharmacy include?

Answer 16

Licensing and registration, drug classification and control, prescription requirements, pharmacy operations, professional practice standards, quality assure and safety

Question 17

What does legislation in licensing and registration include?

Answer 17

Pharmacist are required to obtain a license or registration to practice pharmacy

Question 18

What does the registration or license to practice pharmacy involves?

Answer 18

Completing a pharmacy education program, passing licensure exams, and meeting other specific requirements set by the regulatory authorities

Question 19

What does legislation in drug classification and control include?

Answer 19

Legislation establishes different categories or schedules for drugs based on their potential for abuse, medical use, and safety

Question 20

What does the legislation classify medicines according to?

Answer 20

Medicines that may be sold from other outlets
Medicines that may de sold after being recommended by pharmacists
Medicines that require prescription
Medicines that are controlled

Question 21

What does legislation in prescription requirements include?

Answer 21

Legislation defines the requirements for issuing and filling prescriptions. It outlines who can write prescriptions, the information that must be included on the prescription, and the responsibilities of pharmacists when dispensing medications

Question 22

What does legislation in pharmacy operations include?

Answer 22

Legislation sets guidelines for the operation of pharmacies, including physical requirements, storage and handling of medications, record-keeping, and patient confidentiality
Also covers areas such as compounding of medications, sterile preparations, and dispensing of over-the-counter drugs

Question 23

What does legislation in professional practice standards include?

Answer 23

Outlines the professional standards and ethical obligations for pharmacists.
Includes requirements for continuing education, professional liability insurance, and reporting adverse drug events or medication errors.

Question 24

What does legislation in quality assurance and safety include?

Answer 24

Establishes mechanisms for quality assurance and safety in the pharmaceutical Industry
May include regulations for pharmaceutical manufacturing, labeling requirements, product recalls, monitor and report adverse drug reactions

Question 25

What are the health legislative bodies in the UAE?

Answer 25

MOHAP → ministry of health and prevention
DHA → Dubai health authority
HAAD → Health authority - Abu Dhabi
FAHR → federal authority for government Human Resources
EMA → Emirates medical association

Question 26

What is MOHAP ?

Answer 26

Primary governmental body responsible for the overall health sector in the UAE.
Develops health policies, sets regulations, and oversees the implementation of healthcare services across the country

Question 27

What is DHA ?

Answer 27

Governing body responsible for regulating and supervising the healthcare sector in Dubai. Manages and supervises healthcare facilities, sets healthcare policies and licenses healthcare professionals

Question 28

What is HAAD?

Answer 28

Regulatory body responsible for overseeing the healthcare sector in Abu Dhabi
manage and supervises healthcare facilities, sets healthcare policies and licenses healthcare professionals

Question 29

What is FAHR?

Answer 29

Responsible for regulating and managing the human resources policies in the federal government entities, including healthcare professionals working in federal health institutions

Question 30

What is EMA?

Answer 30

Professional organization that represents healthcare professionals in the UAE.
Plays a significant role in advocating for the interests of medical professionals, promoting medical education and research and contributing to healthcare policy development