MAY 2017 Sub. Code: 2921
M.PHARM. DEGREE EXAMINATION
FIRST YEAR
BRANCH VII PHARMACY PRACTICE
PAPER III HOSPITAL AND COMMUNITY PHARMACY
Q.P. Code 262921
Time Three hours Maximum 100 Marks
I. Elaborate on: x 20 40)
1. Define Pharmacoepidemiology and its scope. Discuss the various methods in
conducting pharmacoepidemiological studies.
2. Explain the role and responsibilities of community pharmacist. Discuss in detail
patient counseling in community pharmacy.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 60)
1. Applications of Radiopharmaceuticals.
2. Principle of evidence based medicine in the treatment of illness.
3. Organization and functions of infection control committee.
4. Rational use of drugs and drug use indicators.
5. Types of costs used in Pharmacoeconomics.
6. Discuss the purchase procedure for drugs on a hospital pharmacy.
7. Write a note on intra-venous additive program.
8. Brief on infrastructure and staff requirements for a hospital pharmacy.
9. Unit dose drug distribution.
10.Discuss about education and training for hospital pharmacist.