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Module 7
Section 2: Professionalism
Question | Answer |
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Which term refers to a set of behaviors that characterizes someone who specializes in a particular field dedicated to service? | Professionalism |
Which four factors distinguish professionals from nonprofessionals? | Certification or licensure Appearance Conduct Adherence to moral standards |
Which articles of clothing are usually inappropriate in a professional pharmacy setting? | Blue jeans, shorts, overly colorful shirts or blouses that are visible under pharmacy smocks |
Aspects of personal hygiene for the pharmacy technician | Have neat hairstyle Cover all body art Avoid strong fragrances Keep nails short |
When a pharmacist or pharmacy technician act in the best interest of their patients, they are practicing which concept? | Beneficence |
Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians must respect the patient's right to make their own medical decisions. Which professional characteristic does this illustrate? | Respecting autonomy |
A pharmacist dispenses a less expensive generic medication over a brand-name medication when the prescriber indicates that it is equally effective. Which professional characteristic does this illustrate? | Fidelity (putting the interest of the patient before the interest of the pharmacy). |
What is the name of the document created by professionals that dictates how individuals within the profession should act? | Code of ethics |
The principle of informed consent gives patients the right to know which four key pieces of information related to their health? | Their medical condition The prognosis of the condition Available therapy Possible adverse effects of the therapy |