Evaluation of clinical pharmacy services on a polydrug detoxification unit.
A five month study was undertaken to evaluate the role played by a clinically trained pharmacist on a polydrug detoxification unit. A total of 69 patients were included in the study. Four parameters were investigated in the evaluation. These sought to document the pharmacist's ability to: (1) evaluate degree of dependence; (2) develop, monitor and adjust detoxification protocols; (3) monitor and treat general medical needs; and (4) educate patients in the area of drug abuse. Based on the results of this investigation, it is concluded that a clinically trained pharmacist can be a beneficial addition to such a detoxification unit.
D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D006746:Hospital Bed Capacity, 500 and over; D006757:Hospital Units / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D008824:Michigan; D010607:Pharmacy Service, Hospital / Q000592:standards*; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy*