Assignment of Introduction to Pharmacy Profession
Question 8.
Discuss the disciplinary measures in case of breach of the code of conduct for pharmacy professionals in Rwanda
GROUP 8
Names Registration number
1 Benitha IRAKOZE 223004876
2 Christian KUBANA 223001861
3 Josue KWIZERA 223001200
COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY 4 Jean D’amour MUCUNGUZI 223007508
DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY 5 Sosthene MUHIRE 223008527
BACHELOR OF PHARMACY -YEAR TWO
6 Juventine NDUWAWE 223000426
MODULE OF INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACY PROFESSION
7 Rene NSENGIMANA 223002331
LECTURER : Lambert Christophe SAFARI
Date: 7th October 2024 , Monday 8 Silas NSENGIYUMVA 223001242
9 Eriah TUYIZERE 223001439
10 Elisa UWIHANGANYE 223001952
Pharmacist ‘s misconducts
Definition
Pharmacist’s misconduct refers to the behavior that violets the standards of practices or legislation that govern pharmacy practice professional.
Some examples of pharmacist misconduct include dispensing wrong medication, practicing without lisence,practising while impaired, dishonest business practices, improper
conduct with patient, refusing professional service.
Categories of misconduct
[Link] misconduct is a type of unacceptable behavior that can occur in variety of settings of pharmacy professional.
• It is defined as less severe violations done pharmacist in his or her practices,
• Some sanctions may include a warning letter, reprimand, or up to three months of temporary suspension.
[Link] misconduct is type of offense that can occur in pharmacy professional settings.
• Involves violations of intermediate severity compared to minor misconduct.
• Sanctions typically include temporary suspension for 3 to 6 months and loss of voting rights for three years.
[Link] misconduct is the serious case in professional pharmacist ‘s behavior is deliberate and inconsistent with the terms of the employment contract.
• Characterized by significant negative impacts on public health or the profession's integrity.
• Sanctions may involve removal from the register until the end of any sentence imposed, along with potential recommendations for additional training before re-licensure.
Disciplinary procedure
Definition:
A disciplinary procedure is the formal process that used to address performance and conduct of a professional employee like pharmacist . This done with purposes of correct
unacceptable behavior, create consistency in application of discipline, ensure fairness in workplace, and make employees aware of the organization ‘s rules and standards.
Pharmacy professionals are summoned to appear before the committee, where they can defend themselves against the charges. Hearings are conducted fairly and transparently,
adhering to principles of justice.
Procedures are: Investigation, hearing, and deliberation.
[Link]:Investigative procedures are methods used to find facts and determine if wrongdoing has occurred. It includes the following steps: preparation and planning,
information gathering, analysis and evaluation, and reporting and conclusion.
Certain complaints are received and reviewed by a designated committee in given period of time. Thorough investigations are conducted to assess the validity of the claims
received.
[Link]:Pharmacist hearing procedure can involve a number of procedures include:
-Legal preliminaries: The hearing starts with legal formalities.
-Allegations: The committee secretary reads the allegations against the pharmacist.
-Admissions: The pharmacist can make admissions, which automatically prove the allegation.
-Evidence: If the facts are disputed, both sides present witnesses and evidence.
-Decision: The committee decides whether pharmacist ‘s fitness to practice is impaired.
[Link]:This is a process of disucussion,reflection,and persuasion that can help to raise issues, increase understanding ,and facilitate decisions.
After hearings, the committee deliberates on the evidence presented to determine whether misconduct has occurred and what sanctions are appropriate.
Disciplinary measures
Definition:
Disciplinary measures are actions taken by employer or legal authority to correct unacceptable behavior or actions.
[Link] and reprimands: Formal documents issued to address misconduct and encourage corrective action.
[Link] suspension: Prohibits professionals from practicing for a specified period, depending on the severity of the misconduct.
[Link] from the register: Permanent or temporary deregistration based on severe violations, such as criminal convictions or significant ethical breaches
Principles governing disciplinary actions
Respect for the rights of the accused.
Sanctions must be proportional to the severity of the misconduct.
The process must be transparent, impartial, and conducted in accordance with established laws and ethical standards
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