The Integrative roles of Pharmaceutical care Management and Nursing – A Comprehensive Review

The integration of pharmaceutical care management and nursing plays a critical role in enhancing healthcare delivery, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring medication safety. This review explores the overlapping responsibilities of pharmacists and nurses, highlighting areas where collaboration can bridge gaps in patient care. By examining existing literature and case studies, this article identifies the synergistic benefits of interdisciplinary approaches, such as improved medication adherence, reduced errors, and more holistic patient care. However, challenges to effective integration remain, including communication barriers, differing scopes of practice, and lack of interprofessional education. Strategies to overcome these challenges are discussed, with recommendations for implementing standardized protocols, fostering interprofessional education, and leveraging technology to streamline communication. This review also emphasizes the need for healthcare organizations to adopt collaborative care models that optimize the roles of pharmacists and nurses, ensuring efficient use of resources and enhanced patient safety. The findings suggest that promoting integrative practices can significantly improve healthcare outcomes and patient satisfaction, making a strong case for continued efforts in advancing interdisciplinary collaboration.