National Standards For Pharmacy Computer Systems (Defeated Resolution No. 100-14-04)

April 28, 2004 3:53 pm Topics: Resolutions

Resolution No. 100-14-04
Title: National Standards For Pharmacy Computer Systems
Action: Defeated

Whereas, the computer hardware and software utilized in pharmacy computer operating systems should provide accountability and be able to readily retrieve patient information, dispensing information, and other information necessary to serve and evaluate the needs of the patient; and

Whereas, some pharmacy computer operating systems do not provide ready access to such information and are unable to produce necessary displays or printouts in a timely manner; and

Whereas, no standardization of pharmacy computer operating systems currently exists; and

Whereas, a lack of uniform minimum standards for pharmacy computer operating systems may compromise patient safety;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that NABP promote efforts to develop appropriate minimum standards for pharmacy computer operating systems that ensure effective audit procedures and facilitate the review of required pharmacy records.

(Resolution defeated at NABP’s 100th Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL)