PHAR3911: Semester 1, 2025

Overview

This unit of study integrates pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy-practice content relating to the treatment of cardiovascular, renal and gastrointestinal conditions. The unit will cover the pharmaceutical sciences that underpin drug therapies used in managing these conditions; the physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical features of the conditions; and practice-related aspects from dispensing to professional pharmacy services. Knowledge gained is applied in case-based scenarios, workshops, role plays and work-integrated learning settings, where students have the opportunity to assimilate the learnt information and apply them to optimise the pharmacological and nonpharmacological management of patients with these conditions. The work-integrated learning involves a two-week placement across a variety of pharmacy-related settings.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Pharmacy
Credit points	12
Prerequisites ?	(BIOL1XX8 or BIOL1XX3 or MEDS1XX1) and (BIOL1009 or BIOL1X07) and PHAR1911 and PHAR1921 and PHAR1922 and PHAR2911 and PHAR2912 and PHAR2921 and PHAR2922
Corequisites ?	PHAR3912 and PHAR3913
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Ingrid Gelissen, ingrid.gelissen@sydney.edu.au
Guest lecturer(s)	Nicole Wright, nicole.wright@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Thomas Balle, thomas.balle@sydney.edu.au
	Susie Welch, susan.welch@sydney.edu.au
	Joanna Harnett, joanna.harnett@sydney.edu.au
	Daniel Wright, daniel.wright@sydney.edu.au
	Danijela Gnjidic, danijela.gnjidic@sydney.edu.au
	Thomas Grewal, thomas.grewal@sydney.edu.au
	Ronald Castelino, ronald.castelino@sydney.edu.au
	Asad Patanwala, asad.patanwala@sydney.edu.au
	Rebecca Roubin, rebecca.roubin@sydney.edu.au
	Jaimie Polson, jaimie.polson@sydney.edu.au
	Rose Cairns, rose.cairns@sydney.edu.au
	Jane Hanrahan, jane.hanrahan@sydney.edu.au
	Andrew McLachlan, andrew.mclachlan@sydney.edu.au
	Jan-Willem Alffenaar, johannes.alffenaar@sydney.edu.au
	Michael Morris, m.morris@sydney.edu.au
	Kellie Charles, kellie.charles@sydney.edu.au
	Ingrid Gelissen, ingrid.gelissen@sydney.edu.au
	Peter Carroll, peter.carroll@sydney.edu.au
	Betty Chaar, betty.chaar@sydney.edu.au
	Jessica Pace, jessica.pace@sydney.edu.au
	Andrew Bartlett, andrew.bartlett@sydney.edu.au
	Jocelyn Bussing, jocelyn.bussing@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 March 2025

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Supervised exam ?	Final written exam Written exam with multiple-choice questions	40%	Formal exam period	2 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Small test	Short quizzes Multiple-choice quizzes across the semester	10%	Multiple weeks	10 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Competency-based assessments In-class pharmacy-related skills assessments across the semester	30%	Multiple weeks	6 x dispensing/counselling sessions
Outcomes assessed:
Placement	Placement attendance Placement Participation	0%	Multiple weeks	70 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Preceptor assessment Student evaluation by placement preceptor - assessment of case presentation and standard preceptor assessment form	5%	Multiple weeks Due date: 01 Aug 2025 at 23:59	1 page
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Placement portfolio Placement-related student portfolio submission	5%	Multiple weeks Due date: 01 Aug 2025 at 23:59	10 pages
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Group presentation Group presentation	10%	Week 13	15 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ? = AI allowed ?

Assessment summary

Final Written Exam (40%): This examination will be based on lecture material and other course components from the Cardiovascular, Renal and Gastrointestinal unit of study and will comprise MCQ’s only. You must pass this assessment to pass the unit of study.

Short Quizzes (10%): The short tutorial quizzes are designed to help students integrate and apply the knowledge acquired in lectures and other related activities, in the management of patients’ health needs and problems, and other clinical issues they are likely to encounter as a practising pharmacist. In addition, they are designed to prepare students for the final written exam. They comprise MCQ’s and are held during the semester in weeks 3, 6, 9 and 11, hosted online via Canvas during case-based tutorials.

Group Presentation (10%): This assessment includes a group presentation, based on research performed by students on a topic related to nutrition that is relevant to pharmacy practice.

Skills-based Evaluation- Competancy based assessments, Placement Participation, Preceptor assessment and Placement Portfolio. (40%): This assessment includes in-class pharmacy related activities that emphasise the application of knowledge and skills as a pharmacist, including problem solving, documentation, dispensing, compounding and counselling, worth a total of 30%. In addition, this assessment includes a 2-week Clinical Placement held in the mid-semester break that is worth 10%, made up of student as well as preceptor tasks and evaluations. Portfolio: which will comprise of: a reflective diary,EPA (Entrustable Professional Activity) self assessment and QUM (Quality Use of Medicines) case or project report.You must pass these assessments to pass the unit of study.

AI tools permitted (Placement Portfolio, Group presentation)

You are permitted to use automated writing tools and generative artificial intelligence (AI) to facilitate your learning and completion of this assignment. Please adhere to the following guidelines:

Do not enter confidential, personal, copyrighted or otherwise sensitive information into any AI tool.
Do not rely on the accuracy of outputs. You remain responsible for your work. This means you must independently verify and edit AI-generated content to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and suitability of the output.
If you use these tools, you must be aware of their limitations, biases, and propensity for fabrication.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission, must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to reference and acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

You are advised to keep copies of the prompts you provided and AI outputs as evidence of your research and writing process. This allows you to produce an accurate acknowledgement of AI use when you submit your work. This can be requested by the unit coordinator if there is any uncertainty about the originality of your work.

No use of AI tools (Final Exam, Short quizzes, Competancy based assessments, Placeemnt attendance)

The use of automated writing tools and generative artificial intelligence is prohibited in this assessment. You are not allowed to use AI or any other software to create information or answers, to alter your own original writing, or to generate or modify text from other sources. This includes translation software, editing/paraphrasing software and other generative artificial intelligence tools.

Unapproved use is considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and may result in penalties, which can include a fail for the assessment.

Assessment criteria

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Results Name	Mark Range	Description
High Distinction	85-100	At HD level, a student demonstrates an aptitude for the subject and a well-developed understanding of the unit material. A ‘High Distinction’ reflects exceptional achievement and is awarded to students who demonstrate the ability to apply their subject knowledge and understanding to produce original solutions for novel or highly complex problems and/or comprehensive critical discussions of theoretical concepts
Distinction	75-84	At DI level, a student demonstrates an aptitude for the subject and a well-developed understanding of the unit’s material. A ‘Distinction’ reflects excellent achievement and is awarded to a student who demonstrates an ability to apply their subject knowledge and understanding of the subject to produce good solutions for challenging problems and/or a reasonably well-developed critical analysis of theoretical concepts.
Credit	65-74	At CR level, a student demonstrates a good command and knowledge of the unit material. A ‘Credit’ reflects solid achievement and is awarded to a student who has a broad general understanding of the unit’s material and can solve routine problems and/ or identify and superficially discuss theoretical concepts.
Pass	50-64	At PS level, a student demonstrates proficiency in the material. A ‘Pass’ reflects satisfactory adequately referencing the original source of the work.
Fail	0-49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

Except for supervised exams or in-semester tests, you may use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessments unless expressly prohibited by your unit coordinator.

For exams and in-semester tests, the use of AI and automated writing tools is not allowed unless expressly permitted in the assessment instructions.

The icons in the assessment table above indicate whether AI is allowed – whether full AI, or only some AI (the latter is referred to as “AI restricted”). If no icon is shown, AI use is not permitted at all for the task. Refer to Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks for this unit.

Your final submission must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of automated writing tools or generative AI, and any material generated that you include in your final submission must be properly referenced. You may be required to submit generative AI inputs and outputs that you used during your assessment process, or drafts of your original work. Inappropriate use of generative AI is considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

The Current Students website provides information on artificial intelligence in assessments. For help on how to correctly acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the  AI in Education Canvas site.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date. After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Mid-semester break	Clinical Placement	Placement (70 hr)
Week 01	Various	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 01	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on cardiovascular physiology, epidemiology and pathophysiology of hypertension; pharmacology of medicines to treat hypertension; nutrition and complementary medicines; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 02	Cardiovascular Physiology Practical	Practical (4 hr)
	Hypertension	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of hyperlipidaemia; pharmacology of medicines to treat hyperlipidaemia; pharmacogenomics; clinical chemistry; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 03	Hyperlipidaemia	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Resilience in Pharmacy Practice	Seminar (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of angina; pharmacology of medicines to treat angina; cardiac testing; hematology review; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 04	Angina	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Dispensing Practical 1	Practical (2 hr)
	Counselling Session 1	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of STEMI/nSTEMI; pharmacology of medicines to treat STEMI/nSTEMI; pharmacology and monitoring of anti-coagulants and digoxin; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 05	Betablocker Practical	Practical (4 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of AF and stroke; pharmacology of medicines to treat AF and stroke; pharmacogenomics; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
	Acute Coronary Syndromes	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander Cardiovascular Health	Seminar (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on renal physiology; chronic kidney disease and AKI; evaluation of kidney function; drug induced renal injury; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
	Atrial Fibrillation / Stroke	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	Renal Medicine	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Counselling Session 2	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Dispensing Practical 2	Practical (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of anaemia and peripheral artery disease; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 08	Cardiovascular drug review and case presentations	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 08	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on forensics; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 09	Clinical Placement Seminar	Seminar (2 hr)
	Diuretics Practical	Practical (4 hr)
	Peptic Ulcer / H.pylori infection	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and H.Pylori infection; pharmacology of drugs used to treat PUD and H.Pylori infection; and the therapeutic management of PUD and H.Pylori infection; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 10	IBD 1	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Nutrition Tutorial 1	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis pharmacology of drugs used to treat IBD; and the therapeutic management of IBD; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 11	Gastrointestinal case presentations	Seminar (2 hr)
	IBD 2	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) on epidemiology and pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis; pharmacology of drugs used to treat IBD; and the therapeutic management of IBD; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 12	Liver Dysfunction 1	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Compounding Practical	Practical (2 hr)
	Counselling Session 3	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) including the function of the liver; epidemiology and pathophysiology of infectious and non-infectious causes of hepatic disease; pharmacology of drugs used to treat hepatic disease; and therapeutic management of hepatic disease; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)
Week 13	Ethics and Privacy Issues	Seminar (2 hr)
	Liver Dysfunction 2	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Nutrition tutorial 2 - Group presentation	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Essential Short Recorded Lectures (approx. 4h/week) including the function of the liver; epidemiology and pathophysiology of infectious and non-infectious causes of hepatic disease; pharmacology of drugs used to treat hepatic disease; and therapeutic management of hepatic disease; independent study (8h/week; pre-work for contact activities)	Independent study (12 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

This Unit of Study has 29 face-to-face on-campus classes (i.e. 7 seminars, 11 case-based tutorials, 3 practicals, 6 dispensing/counselling sessions and 2 nutrition tutorials). Students must attend a minimum of 85% of on-campus face-to-face classes i.e. 25 out of 29 classes, in order to pass the Unit of Study, even if they have approved Special Consideration for a missed class. In addition, students must complete the 2-week Clinical Placement (i.e. a hurdle task) that is held in the mid-semester break in order to pass the Unit of Study.

If a face-to-face class that is associated with an assessment task is missed due to illness or misadventure, students are to submit a Special Consideration application, along with supporting documentation, to allow for an alternative assessment opportunity.

Students arriving more than 10 minutes after the commencement of the workshop will be marked as absent. Students swapping a class without prior approval from the UoS co-ordinators will be marked as absent.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 12 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 240-300 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library Reading List, available on Canvas.

Australian Medicines Handbook
eTG complete
Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Explain the chemistry and pharmacology that underpins the mechanism of action and activity of medicines used in cardiovascular, renal and gastrointestinal conditions.
LO2. Describe the physiology, epidemiology and pathophysiology of cardiovascular, renal and gastrointestinal conditions.
LO3. Apply clinical reasoning, knowledge of relevant legislation and ethical principles to identify, assess and address a range of health, ethical and medication-related issues.
LO4. Communicate effectively and appropriately in a culturally-capable manner with patients, families, carers and other health professionals.
LO5. Demonstrate patient-centred care and shared decision making in interactions with patients, families and carers relating to cardiovascular, renal and gastrointestinal conditions.
LO6. Demonstrate appropriate skills for interacting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families and carers in a way which fosters cultural awareness and respect.
LO7. Gather, document, assess and manage relevant information appropriately and accurately from patients, families, carers, health care professionals and other sources.
LO8. Propose, and justify the rationale for, the most appropriate pharmacological and/or non-pharmacological treatment(s) tailored for a specific patient and their circumstances, using relevant evidence-based resources.
LO9. Dispense and/or prepare pharmaceutical products for a patient with a cardiovascular, renal or gastrointestinal condition in a legal, safe and ethical manner.
LO10. Provide appropriate tailored advice and counselling to a patient with a cardiovascular, renal or gastrointestinal condition to ensure the quality use of medicines.
LO11. Identify, assess and resolve potential or actual adverse effects from the use/misuse of legal or illegal medicines.
LO12. Demonstrate responsibility for personal and professional development through independent learning and continuous reflection.
LO13. Work effectively and cooperatively as a member of a learning and/or working team.
LO14. Uphold the reputation of the pharmacy profession, including practising within relevant legal requirements, professional guidelines and ethical frameworks, and demonstrating appropriate attitudes and values.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 3.1. formulating appropriate and effective actions and recommendations which support safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines and other healthcare options and optimise socially accountable person-centred care by 3.1.a. applying relevant underpinning knowledge
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 3.1. formulating appropriate and effective actions and recommendations which support safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines and other healthcare options and optimise socially accountable person-centred care by 3.1.a. applying relevant underpinning knowledge
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 1.4. practising legally by 1.4.a. complying with all legal obligations in their practice 1.4.b. maintaining contemporary familiarity with key legislative instruments 1.5. practising ethically and with integrity by 1.5.a. recognising ethical issues and dilemmas, including conflicts of interest, in practise as they arise 1.5.b. considering alternative strategies and adopting an appropriate course of action in response to ethical issues and dilemmas 1.5.c. maintaining current familiarity and compliance with professional codes, guidelines and standards 3.1. implementing appropriate and effective actions and recommendations which support safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines and other healthcare options and optimise socially accountable person-centred care by 3.1.c. applying effective critical thinking, reasoning and problemsolving strategies to conceptualise problems, formulate a range of potential solutions, and support decision-making Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4. practising legally by 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction 1.4.b. demonstrating awareness of the processes for maintaining contemporary familiarity with key legislative instruments 1.5. practising ethically and with integrity by 1.5.a. identifying potential ethical issues and dilemmas, including conflicts of interest, relating to practice 1.5.b. considering alternative strategies and choosing an appropriate course of action in response to ethical issues and dilemmas 1.5.c. demonstrating awareness of relevant professional codes, guidelines and standards and their content 3.1. formulating appropriate and effective actions and recommendations which support safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines and other healthcare options and optimise socially accountable person-centred care by 3.1.c. applying effective critical thinking, reasoning and problem-solving strategies to conceptualise problems, formulate a range of potential solutions, and support decision-making
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.a. using verbal, written and non-verbal communication which is appropriately tailored to the professional practice context and the capabilities and health literacy of the other person(s) 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner in professional practice 2.1.c. engaging in culturally appropriate and sensitive communication with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori people in professional practice which respects their history, culture and protocols 2.1.d. using appropriate communication and interpersonal behaviours in professional practice interactions 2.3. contributing to, and taking prominent roles where appropriate in the interprofessional collaborative health care team, in order to optimise patient outcomes, by 2.3.b. creating and maintaining effective intra-and interprofessional relationships, and working in partnership to achieve negotiated, agreed-upon objectives Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.a. demonstrating appropriately tailored verbal, written and non-verbal communication 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner 2.1.c. demonstrating awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori history, communication styles and community protocols 2.1.d. demonstrating appropriate communication and interpersonal behaviours 2.3. contributing to the interprofessional collaborative health care team in order to optimise patient outcomes by 2.3.b. creating and maintaining effective intra- and interprofessional relationships, and working in partnership to achieve negotiated, agreed-upon objectives
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 2.4. collaborating with patients, carers and other clients in shared decision-making by 2.4.a. supporting the rights of patients, carers and other clients to access relevant information and participate in decisions relating to their care 2.4.b. respecting their choices 3.5. implementing and delivering person-centred care by 3.5.a. respecting the personal characteristics, rights, preferences, values, beliefs, needs and diversity of patients, carers and other persons 3.5.b. maintaining privacy and confidentiality in interactions with patients, carers and other persons 3.5.c. optimising as far as is practicable the physical environment in which care takes place 3.5.d. ensuring that the best interests of patients, carers and other persons are foremost in the provision of care 3.5.e. ensuring that patients, carers and other persons are provided with sufficient information and advice to enable them to consider options and give informed consent where appropriate 3.5.f. ensuring that informed consent is obtained, respected and appropriately recorded when appropriate Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 2.4. collaborating with patients, carers and other clients in shared decision-making by 2.4.a. supporting the rights of patients, carers and other clients to access relevant information and participate in decisions relating to their care 2.4.b. respecting their choices 3.5. demonstrating the delivery of person-centred care including 3.5.a. respecting the personal characteristics, rights, preferences, values, beliefs, needs and diversity of patients, carers and other persons 3.5.b. maintaining privacy and confidentiality in interactions with patients, carers and other persons 3.5.c. optimising as far as is practicable the physical environment in which care takes place 3.5.d. ensuring that the best interests of patients, carers and other persons are foremost in the provision of care 3.5.e. ensuring that patients, carers and other persons are provided with sufficient information and advice to enable them to consider options and give informed consent where appropriate 3.5.f. ensuring that informed consent is obtained, respected and appropriately recorded when appropriate
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 1.2. promoting, maintaining and advocating for cultural safety, respect and responsiveness, particularly in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori peoples 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.a. using verbal, written and non-verbal communication which is appropriately tailored to the professional practice context and the capabilities and health literacy of the other person(s) 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner in professional practice 2.1.c. engaging in culturally appropriate and sensitive communication with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori people in professional practice which respects their history, culture and protocols Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.2. promoting and advocating for cultural safety, respect and responsiveness, particularly in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori peoples 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.a. demonstrating appropriately tailored verbal, written and non-verbal communication 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner 2.1.c. demonstrating awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori history, communication styles and community protocols
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.a. using verbal, written and non-verbal communication which is appropriately tailored to the professional practice context and the capabilities and health literacy of the other person(s) 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner in professional practice 2.1.c. engaging in culturally appropriate and sensitive communication with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori people in professional practice which respects their history, culture and protocols 2.1.d. using appropriate communication and interpersonal behaviours in professional practice interactions 2.2. documenting, communicating and recording relevant information, findings, decisions, recommendations and other information accurately, concisely and in a timely manner, taking due account of privacy and confidentiality 3.6. obtaining relevant health, medical and medication information from patients, carers and other clients 3.7. assessing current health, medical and medication histories and profiles of patients Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.a. demonstrating appropriately tailored verbal, written and non-verbal communication 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner 2.1.c. demonstrating awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori history, communication styles and community protocols 2.1.d. demonstrating appropriate communication and interpersonal behaviours 2.2. documenting, communicating and recording relevant information, findings, decisions, recommendations and other information accurately and concisely, taking due account of privacy and confidentiality 3.6. obtaining relevant health, medical and medication information from patients, carers and other clients 3.7. assessing current health, medical and medication histories and profiles of patients
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 3.1. implementing appropriate and effective actions and recommendations which support safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines and other healthcare options and optimise socially accountable person-centred care by 3.1.b. using a systematic approach to access, critically evaluate and apply relevant evidence 3.1.c. applying effective critical thinking, reasoning and problemsolving strategies to conceptualise problems, formulate a range of potential solutions, and support decision-making 3.1.d. making decisions which are tailored to the person’s individual circumstances, and reflect a balanced consideration of both the potential benefits and potential harms 3.18. assessing ambulatory conditions and providing appropriate management approaches, including pharmacological, nonpharmacological and referral options where appropriate 3.2. making and prioritising recommendations to manage heath, medical and medication needs of patients, including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies, based on the Quality Use of Medicines Framework and the best available evidence 5.5. accessing, using, adapting and sharing information and/or other technologies to meet the needs of current and emerging professional practice Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 3.1. formulating appropriate and effective actions and recommendations which support safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines and other healthcare options and optimise socially accountable person-centred care by 3.1.b. using a systematic approach to access, critically evaluate and apply relevant evidence 3.1.c. applying effective critical thinking, reasoning and problem-solving strategies to conceptualise problems, formulate a range of potential solutions, and support decision-making 3.1.d. making decisions which are tailored to the person’s individual circumstances, and reflect a balanced consideration of both the potential benefits and potential harms 3.18. assessing ambulatory conditions and recommending appropriate management approaches, including pharmacological, non-pharmacological and referral options where appropriate 3.2. making and prioritising recommendations to manage health, medical and medication needs of patients, including both pharmacological and nonpharmacological strategies, based on the Quality Use of Medicines Framework and the best available evidence 5.5. accessing, using, adapting and sharing information and/or other technologies to meet the needs of current and emerging professional practice
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 1.4. practising legally by 1.4.a. complying with all legal obligations in their practice 1.4.b. maintaining contemporary familiarity with key legislative instruments 1.5. practising ethically and with integrity by 1.5.a. recognising ethical issues and dilemmas, including conflicts of interest, in practise as they arise 1.5.b. considering alternative strategies and adopting an appropriate course of action in response to ethical issues and dilemmas 1.5.c. maintaining current familiarity and compliance with professional codes, guidelines and standards 1.5.d. recognising and responding appropriately to situations which fall outside their current scope of practice or competence 3.12. consistently making accurate arithmetic calculations relating to health care 3.14. dispensing medicines safely and accurately in accordance with current legislation, scope of practice, PharmBA Guidelines and other relevant jurisdictional requirements to optimise patient outcomes 3.15. preparing and supplying extemporaneously compounded medications safely and accurately in accordance with current legislation, scope of practice, PharmBA Guidelines and other relevant jurisdictional requirements 3.16. storing and distributing medications appropriately, securely, safely and in accordance with the available evidence to ensure stability and efficacy Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.1. promoting both the best interests and safety of patients and the public 1.4. practising legally by 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction 1.4.b. demonstrating awareness of the processes for maintaining contemporary familiarity with key legislative instruments 1.5. practising ethically and with integrity by 1.5.a. identifying potential ethical issues and dilemmas, including conflicts of interest, relating to practice 1.5.b. considering alternative strategies and choosing an appropriate course of action in response to ethical issues and dilemmas 1.5.c. demonstrating awareness of relevant professional codes, guidelines and standards and their content 1.5.d. recognising and formulating strategies to respond appropriately to situations which fall outside their expected scope of practice or competence 3.12. consistently making accurate arithmetic calculations relating to health care 3.14. dispensing medicines safely and accurately in accordance with current legislation, scope of practice, PharmBA Guidelines and other relevant jurisdictional requirements to optimise patient outcomes 3.15. preparing and supplying extemporaneously compounded medications safely and accurately in accordance with current legislation, scope of practice, PharmBA Guidelines and other relevant jurisdictional requirements 3.16. demonstrating awareness of the appropriate conditions for secure and safe storage and distribution of medications to ensure stability and efficacy
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 3.17. providing appropriate tailored counselling, information and education to enable safe and effective medication, disease state and lifestyle management Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 3.17. providing appropriate tailored counselling, information and education to enable safe and effective medication, disease state and lifestyle management
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 3.20. providing evidence-based screening, assessment, prevention and referral services to detect and manage potential risk of adverse medical conditions and outcomes Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 3.20. providing evidence-based screening, assessment, prevention and referral services to detect and manage potential risk of adverse medical conditions and outcomes 3.21. demonstrating the delivery of harm minimisation approaches and strategies to reduce harm to patients and the community from misuse of legal and illegal drugs
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 1.6. adopting a proactive and reflective approach to maintaining and developing their own professional competence and expertise in order to remain fit-to-practise 4.1. engaging in regular and systematic reflection to enhance professional learning and practice 4.2. identifying and acknowledging professional limitations and seeking appropriate support where necessary, including additional professional education and/or referral of patients to other health care professionals Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.6. demonstrating a proactive and reflective approach to developing their own professional competence and expertise 1.8. accepting personal responsibility and accountability for decisions and actions in simulated and/or work-integrated learning environments 4.1. undertaking regular reflection as a means of enhancing learning and practice 4.2. demonstrating awareness of professional limitations and adopting appropriate strategies where necessary, including additional professional education and/or referral of patients to other health care professionals
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner in professional practice 2.3. contributing to, and taking prominent roles where appropriate in the interprofessional collaborative health care team, in order to optimise patient outcomes, by 2.3.a. respecting and appreciating the complementary roles of pharmacists and other members of the interprofessional collaborative care team 2.3.c. consistently engaging in appropriate teamwork behaviours Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 2.1. communicating appropriately and effectively with a socially and culturally diverse range of people in a manner which inspires confidence and trust by 2.1.a. demonstrating appropriately tailored verbal, written and non-verbal communication 2.1.b. engaging with all persons in a respectful, culturally appropriate, compassionate, responsive and empathetic manner 2.1.c. demonstrating awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Māori history, communication styles and community protocols 2.1.d. demonstrating appropriate communication and interpersonal behaviours 2.3. contributing to the interprofessional collaborative health care team in order to optimise patient outcomes by 2.3.a. demonstrating an understanding and appreciation of the roles of pharmacists and other members of the interprofessional collaborative care team 2.3.c. demonstrating appropriate teamwork behaviours 4.7. demonstrating effective leadership skills, including taking the initiative when appropriate, managing own roles, and understanding and accepting appropriate responsibility and accountability for organising, planning, prioritising, influencing and negotiating within a team context
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 1.4. practising legally by 1.4.a. complying with all legal obligations in their practice 1.4.b. maintaining contemporary familiarity with key legislative instruments 1.5. practising ethically and with integrity by 1.5.a. recognising ethical issues and dilemmas, including conflicts of interest, in practise as they arise 1.5.b. considering alternative strategies and adopting an appropriate course of action in response to ethical issues and dilemmas 1.5.c. maintaining current familiarity and compliance with professional codes, guidelines and standards 1.5.d. recognising and responding appropriately to situations which fall outside their current scope of practice or competence Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4. practising legally by 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction 1.4.b. demonstrating awareness of the processes for maintaining contemporary familiarity with key legislative instruments 1.5. practising ethically and with integrity by 1.5.a. identifying potential ethical issues and dilemmas, including conflicts of interest, relating to practice 1.5.b. considering alternative strategies and choosing an appropriate course of action in response to ethical issues and dilemmas 1.5.c. demonstrating awareness of relevant professional codes, guidelines and standards and their content 1.5.d. recognising and formulating strategies to respond appropriately to situations which fall outside their expected scope of practice or competence 1.9. upholding and maintaining the reputation and value of the profession 4.10. demonstrating awareness of, and complying with appropriate policies, processes and protocols 4.7. demonstrating effective leadership skills, including taking the initiative when appropriate, managing own roles, and understanding and accepting appropriate responsibility and accountability for organising, planning, prioritising, influencing and negotiating within a team context

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