Example revalidation CPD record

Clinical decision-making

Learning objective: To improve clinical decision-making skills relevant to independent prescribing.

Specific goals:

• Enhance ability to conduct thorough patient assessments
• Practise clinical reasoning by verbalising thought processes in relation to specific case studies
• Develop a deeper understanding of contraindications and drug interactions
• Improve skills in making informed and evidence-based prescribing decisions.

Activity: Participate in a workshop on clinical decision-making and patient assessment.

Details:

Workshop title: “Advanced Clinical Decision Making and Patient Assessment for Pharmacists”

Duration: 2-day intensive workshop

Content:

Day 1: Comprehensive patient assessment techniques, including history taking, physical examination and diagnostic reasoning.

Day 2: Case studies and practical exercises on identifying contraindications, managing drug interactions and making evidence-based prescribing decisions.

Facilitators: Experienced clinical pharmacists and medical practitioners.

Outcome:

Skills developed:

• Conducted thorough patient assessments, including detailed history-taking and physical examinations
• Identified and managed contraindications and drug interactions effectively
• Made informed and evidence-based prescribing decisions.

Application in practice:

• Used skills in daily patient consultations, leading to more accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans
• Enhanced patient safety and outcomes through careful consideration of contraindications and drug interactions
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of advanced clinical assessment techniques
• Increased confidence in clinical decision-making, resulting in more effective patient care.