Assertive pharmacists can play key role in minimizing unnecessary drug prescriptions

Assertive pharmacists can play key role in minimizing unnecessary drug prescriptions

Assertiveness—a communication style that involves frank self-expression while respecting others—is considered a teachable skill and has been regarded as useful in improving the safety of medical care. Researchers at the University of Tsukuba have found that assertiveness among pharmacy pharmacists is associated with appropriate prescribing for safe drug treatment.