Description

Pharmacy Service, Hospital refers to the department within a hospital that is responsible for the preparation and dispensing of medications to patients. This service also includes medication management, consultation, and ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceuticals in a clinical setting.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be used in various contexts, including inpatient and outpatient settings. Common variants that may be heard include 'farmacia hospitalaria' (regional) and 'servicio de farmacia' (colloquial). It is important to maintain the formal terminology in clinical discussions to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The Pharmacy Service, Hospital plays a crucial role in patient care by managing medication therapies.

ES: El Servicio de Farmacia Clínica desempeña un papel crucial en la atención al paciente al gestionar las terapias con medicamentos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Servicio de Farmacia Clínica' with 'farmacia comunitaria'; misinterpreting 'pharmacy' as 'farmacia' in a non-hospital context; mixing up terms related to pharmaceutical services.