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18. Engages in evidence-informed and best practice in

prescribing, monitoring and dispensing drugs according to the

clinical decision tool for a limited common medical disorder.

19. Counsels the client on medication therapy, benefits,

Example:

Patient diagnosed with Scabies. Prescribed Kwellada lotion

potential side effects, interactions, importance of compliance

or Nix Crème, counselled patient on the importance of

and recommended follow-up as it relates to the limited

washing sheets/clothing and treating the entire households

common medical disorder.

at the same time.

Example:

Patient diagnosed with Trichomonas – Prescribed Flagyl.

Counselled on side effects and no alcohol use. Also advised

them to bring their partner in to get treatment too.

20. Utilizes best practices in pain management.

Example:

Patient comes in with a chronic migraine headache, follow

the appropriate best practice guideline for the pain

management.

Example:

A patient comes in with a flare-up Osteoarthritis or

Rheumatoid Arthritis; I will consult with a NP or the doctor

for appropriate pain management.

21. Documents clinical data, assessment findings, diagnoses,

care plans, therapeutic interventions, client’s responses and

clinical rationale accurately, comprehensively and according to

agency policy.

22. Uses clinical reasoning to determine appropriate tests.

Example:

Finger poke shows low hemoglobin; therefore order

appropriate blood test (i.e. CBC).

23. Utilizes critical thinking for the purpose of delivering care

Example:

Dispense a drug from stock pharmacy as closest pharmacy is

within available resources.

2 hours away.

Comments/additional information:

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