A Lebhar-Friedman® Publication May/June 2008
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Oral health
LEARN TOGETHER CARE TOGETHER
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presents a unique opportunity for pharmacists and technicians
to learn together and care together through this new program that encour-
ages them to work together to help patients improve their health.
Promoting adequate blood pressure control Supported by an educational grant from
Hypertension affects approximately 1 billion individuals worldwide, including 50 million in the United States. Hypertension is the most common pri- mary diagnosis in the United States. As the population ages, the prevalence of hypertension will increase. These lessons will help enable pharmacists and technicians to assist patients in maintaining control of their blood pressure. Page 10
Core Programs
Dry mouth and oral health Supported by an
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Xerostomia, commonly called dry mouth, is a condition in which the mouth is excessively dry due to limited or absent salivary flow. Head and neck radiation was once considered the most common cause of dry mouth. In recent years, medications have become the most common cause of dry mouth, with more than 400 drugs classified as xerogenic. This lesson will increase the pharmacist’s understanding of dry mouth and improve his or her ability to provide consultation on appropriate oral health and products used to manage this condition. Page 16
Patient safety/reducing medication errors It is estimated that more than 7,000 deaths occur annually from medication errors. Pharmacists should be aware of the problem posed by all forms of medical errors. However, in the area of medication errors pharmacists should not only be aware, but they must also be prepared to take action to minimize errors and assure patient safety. This lesson will help pharmacists recognize potential medication errors. Page 21
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