Poor handwriting is a common cause of error in 100% of dispensaries across the world. In SA, most prescribers think that money is more important than lives, therefore they hurry on scribbling things away unbeknownst to the patients who often leave the practice confused and unsatisfied.
Upon arrival to their favourite pharmacy, they hand the mystical paper to the custodians who's bravery is understated👩🔬. They consult among each other, sometimes review history, or have to call the prescriber for clarification.
This waste of time, and energy is distasteful, disrespectful and border line unprofessional. As part of the health care team, their role is to diagnose and prescribe in a manner that simplifies therapy initiation. They believe, however that the art of pharmacy rhymes with wizardry.
Technology luckily has come at a time where those who cant spell or those who've forgotten how to shape their letters can now type their script and print it. This old age (mystery-filled) (mal)practice, once considered honourable and prestigious must die a prompt and permanent death.
For a prescription to be valid, it must first be legible. How do we enforce clear or printed script from here on? Policies must change and we pharmacists need to be at the forefront. ✊
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