Rx Note

Introduction Often, we ponder the issue of success or failure in life . What does it mean to be successful? Is it measured by our monthly salary or the profound meaning in our work? It is inspiring to see people who have made breakthrough innovations that change the world. But, many of us are just leading ordinary lives, working and going home to our families at the end of the day. Remember, success is defined as the accomplishment of an aim or purpose. Have you led the life you have always wanted? If yes, then you are living your dream. Do not let other people's expectations dictate how you should live your life. For example, you do not have to buy a luxury car, send 520 flowers on Valentine's Day or travel the world to be successful. True success is personal! Expanding Your Comfort Zone After years in the same field, poor job satisfaction or a toxic environment can lead us to seek a career change . However, as hopeful as new job prospects may be, transitioning to a role enti...

Introduction When you see a fresh provisional registered pharmacist doing his or her first-time dispensing, you will soon realise Their dispensing could be inefficient, error-prone and not well-organised. The anxiety and inexperience when facing questions from patients, hence the lack of confidence. There could also be a pseudo-language barrier when a non-Malay pharmacist trying to counsel medications in lay man Malay term (i.e. They face difficulty in expressing themselves). They could be too focus on checking medications and prescription at hands , instead of having a live conversation with patients in front. There might be body language of patients that doubtful. Nonetheless, the answer to all these possible situations is practice makes perfect (after observing how seniors do dispensing and handle difficult situations). NOTE: If you are not able to convey the knowledge in your brain to patients, it means little to your patient. OSCE Objective structured clinical examination (OSC...