Pharmacists’ Perceptions of Their Role in Hospital Discharge Planning: Investigating Involvement, Impact on Patient Outcomes, and Continuity of Care

Authors: Naif H. Helman, Badr I. Alrufaiq, Ahmed G. Alsahli

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13253782

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gt6b2s

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: This qualitative study explores pharmacists’ perceptions of their role in hospital discharge planning and its impact on patient outcomes and care continuity. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 pharmacists from diverse healthcare settings to investigate their involvement in medication reconciliation, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare teams during discharge processes. Thematic analysis revealed key themes including pharmacists' critical role in ensuring medication safety, challenges faced in discharge planning such as organizational constraints and technological limitations, and the importance of professional development in enhancing discharge practices. Findings underscored the need for healthcare systems to support pharmacists with adequate resources and training to optimize discharge processes and improve patient care transitions. This study contributes valuable insights into enhancing pharmacist-led interventions in discharge planning to enhance patient safety and continuity of care.

Keywords: Pharmacists, hospital discharge planning, medication reconciliation, patient education, healthcare teams, qualitative study

Paper Id: 230807

Published On: 2018-04-03

Published In: Volume 6, Issue 2, March-April 2018

Cite This: Pharmacists’ Perceptions of Their Role in Hospital Discharge Planning: Investigating Involvement, Impact on Patient Outcomes, and Continuity of Care - Naif H. Helman, Badr I. Alrufaiq, Ahmed G. Alsahli - IJIRMPS Volume 6, Issue 2, March-April 2018. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13253782

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