How can I be a safe prescription?
Ten Principles of Good Prescribing
- Be clear about the reasons for prescribing. ...
- Take into account the patient's medication history before prescribing. ...
- Take into account other factors that might alter the benefits and risks of treatment. ...
- Take into account the patient's ideas, concerns, and expectations.
What makes a good prescriber?
All prescribers should:
Take into account the patient's ideas, concerns, and expectations. Select effective, safe, and cost-effective medicines individualized for the patient. Adhere to national guidelines and local formularies where appropriate. Write unambiguous legal prescriptions using the correct documentation.
What is script Med?
Delivering intuitive, compliant patient access, ScriptMed® MyShare is an online patient portal that allows for a self-service, personalized patient engagement. Secure logins allow the patient to manage their medications with real-time integration with care management support services.
What is SCRIPT nursing?
Nursing SCRIPT is an eLearning programme, which aims to improve education around medicines management and optimisation. It is aimed at both qualified NHS nurses and midwives, and student nurses.