Supporting self-management of XXXX : is there a role for the community pharmacist?

@entity2175 @entity1 @entity6
BACKGROUND: Evidence supports the efficacy of pharmacy services in @entity2175 ( @entity2175 ). However, little is known about consumer perspectives on the role of community pharmacists in @entity6 care. The objectives of this study were to identify potential unmet needs and explore preferences for pharmacist-delivered support for @entity2175 . METHODS: A qualitative study using focus groups was conducted in Sydney, Australia. @entity1 with @entity2175 who were members of the Australian @entity6 Council in Sydney, Australia, were recruited through a survey on medication use in @entity2175 . Five focus groups with a total of 32 consumers with @entity2175 were recorded, transcribed, and thematically analyzed. RESULTS: The key themes were 1) the experiences of @entity6 services received, 2) the potential to deliver self-management services, and 3) the suggested role of pharmacist in supporting @entity6 management. Gaps in understanding and some degree of nonadherence to self-management signaled a potential for self-management support delivered by pharmacists. However, consumers still perceive that the main role of pharmacists in @entity6 care centers on drug management services, with some enhancements to support adherence and continuity of supply. Barriers to @entity6 care services included time constraints and a perceived lack of interest by pharmacists. CONCLUSION: Given the unmet needs in @entity6 self-management, opportunities exist for pharmacists to be involved in @entity6 care. The challenge is for pharmacists to upgrade their @entity6 knowledge and skills, organize their workflow, and become proactive in delivering @entity6 care support.
