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❤️   Pharmacy Integrated Transitions (PIT) trial: a protocol for a pragmatic cluster-randomised crossover trial

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Introduction Ineffective coordination during care transitions from hospitals to skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) costs Medicare US$2.8–US$3.4 billion annually and results in avoidable adverse events. Approximately 70% of patients experience medication errors during these transitions, resulting in downstream consequences such as medication-related problems and unplanned readmissions. Patients and caregivers report significant emotional distress and concerns, particularly regarding medication management. Current protocols often fail to ensure effective medication management and communication between hospital and SNF teams. Developed with input from multiple interest holders, the Pharmacy Integrated Transitions (PIT) programme enhances these transitions by improving medication safety and communication. The programme includes a pharmacist who reconciles patients’ medications during transitions from hospitals to SNFs, and a structured handoff between hospital ...

BMJ     Jan 01, 2025