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Midwestern University Pharmacy School Mock Interview

Question 30 of 40 for our Midwestern University Pharmacy School Mock Interview

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Question 30 of 40

Pharmacists are often challenged with navigating the nuanced terrain of prescription drug abuse. What are the signs of abuse, and what is your approach to this situation?

"I understand that prescription drug abuse is an epidemic and that, as a pharmacist, I must be diligent in recognizing the signs of abuse in my customers/patients. I have researched this social issue a great deal, and I know that some of the signs include a patient being adamant about receiving a certain brand of drug, doctor-hopping, and even forging doctor's prescriptions. I will be committed during my career to diligence and awareness of this social issue."

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How to Answer: Pharmacists are often challenged with navigating the nuanced terrain of prescription drug abuse. What are the signs of abuse, and what is your approach to this situation?

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  • 30. Pharmacists are often challenged with navigating the nuanced terrain of prescription drug abuse. What are the signs of abuse, and what is your approach to this situation?

      What You Need to Know

      Your answer to this question should inform your interviewer how well versed you are in the challenges you'll face once launched into your career. This will speak to your emotional maturity and how equipped you are to face some of the darker sides of pharmaceutical drugs and the legal implications involved. As with any question in this set, perform ample research before your interviewer and arrive prepared. Show the interviewer you're responsible, take the responsibilities of this job very seriously, and are equipped to recognize the signs of dependency issues. As they state on their site, Midwestern University wants to make sure their students learn about the "ethical; scrupulous in handling, storing, and dispensing dangerous and habit-forming substances."

      Written by Kevin Downey on August 19th, 2022

      Answer Example

      "I understand that prescription drug abuse is an epidemic and that, as a pharmacist, I must be diligent in recognizing the signs of abuse in my customers/patients. I have researched this social issue a great deal, and I know that some of the signs include a patient being adamant about receiving a certain brand of drug, doctor-hopping, and even forging doctor's prescriptions. I will be committed during my career to diligence and awareness of this social issue."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on August 19th, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "I might look for the physical signs first, such as lethargy, pinpoint pupils, watery eyes, marks in the skin, poor physical hygiene, etc. It is probably more important that I would pay attention to the way that the patient interacts with me. I understand that a patient who is abusing prescription drugs might be adamant about receiving a certain brand of drug, going to various doctors for prescriptions, and possibly forging doctor's prescriptions."

      Amanda's Feedback

      You've answered the first part of the question very well and clearly explained how you would recognize drug abuse. Strengthen your response by also sharing how you would handle such a situation. Would you discuss the potential abuse with the patient? Would you contact the prescriber to discuss your concerns?

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