Question

In palliative care, what activity best describes the “Collect” component of the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process?

a.
Create a cost-effective medication regimen that is easy to administer for the patient and caregiver
b.
Recommend a spiritual counselor based on the patient’s expressed needs and concerns
c.
Obtain a comprehensive medication list and assess pertinent subjective and objective information, including the patient’s goals for care
d.
Adjust the dose of an opioid medication based on the patient’s reported pain score

Answer 1

c. Obtain a comprehensive medication list and assess pertinent subjective and objective information, including the patient’s goals for care

Explanation: "Collect" in the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process involves gathering all relevant subjective and objective data (medication history, allergies, labs, symptoms, goals of care, etc.) to inform subsequent assessment and planning.