NHS DMS

Question 1

NHS DMS- what kind of service is it

Answer 1

it is an essential service
commissioned under the NHS Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework.

Question 2

aims of this service (5)

Answer 2

Optimise the use of medicines whilst facilitating shared decision making
Reduce harm from medicines at transfer of care
Improve patients understanding of their medicines and how to take them following discharge from hospital
Reduce hospital re-admissions
Support the development of effective team working across hospital, community and primary care.

Question 3

stage 1 DMS

Answer 3

receiving a notification that the referral has been received

perform a clinical check within 72 hours

compare what’s on patient medication record and discharge and compare them

check any outstanding prescriptions

clarification - must contact the hospital team

document this on the electronic system

Question 4

stage 2 DMS

Answer 4

prescription is received

check the prescription against discharge letter

any issues - PMR

contact patient to tell them its ready

Question 5

stage 3 DMS

Answer 5

patient invonvement
discuss with the patient (medication)
establish understanding, answer any questions
document on PMR and electronic DMS system

Question 6

NHS trusts must ensure that appropriate patients are referred to community pharmacy within

Answer 6

24-48 hours