POCT Flashcards
1
Q
What needs to be considered when designing POCT services?
A
Purpose of test Delivery of test Training Advertising of service Record keeping Communication of results Audit
2
Q
What are the key points for advertising POCT?
A
Must be accurate, truthful and not misleading
Be trustworthy and not abuse trust or exploit lack of public knowledge
3
Q
What should be recorded?
A
Request of test
Result of test
Any referral or advice given
What has been communicated and to whom
4
Q
Why POCT in a pharmacy?
A
Ideal place in community due to location and operational hours
Pharmacist have a role in illness prevention, managing long term conditions and Health promotions
Pharmacist provide support for the self care agenda
Pharmacist increasingly providing clinical services requiring monitoring
