Copeland G P, Apgar D A
Drug Intell Clin Pharm. 1980 Feb;14(2):114-9. doi: 10.1177/106002808001400205.
Since 1973, the Indian Health Service has been training pharmacists to provide primary care to patients in an expanded role, including the compilation of complete medical histories, physical examination, diagnosis, and treatment of outpatients with selected acute and chronic illnesses. This article discusses the evolution of the Pharmacist Practitioner Training Program, the training and experience received through this program, and the utilization of graduates in the clinical setting.
自1973年以来，印第安卫生服务机构一直在培训药剂师，使其在扩大的职责范围内为患者提供初级保健服务，包括收集完整的病史、进行体格检查、诊断以及治疗部分急性和慢性疾病的门诊患者。本文讨论了药剂师从业者培训项目的发展历程、通过该项目获得的培训和经验，以及毕业生在临床环境中的应用情况。
