Rational Prescribing

Question 1

Outline the Principles of Rational Prescribing you should always consider when prescribing any medication (7 marks)

Answer 1

Diagnosis
Therapeutic objective
Choose treatment option
Initiate (write script)
Instruct and inform patient
Monitor (reassess/continue/alternative)

Question 2

What details are required on a prescription?

Answer 2

General: date, address, telephone number, ICD

Prescriber: name, qualification, HPCSA, signature

Patient: name, sex, DOB, address

Medication: instructions, generic name, dose particulars