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Pdf drugs in use clinical case study for pharmacist. Covering the skills needed for pharmaceutical care in a patientcentered pharmacy setting, clinical skills for pharmacists. Posted on 40908 this case study identifies the need for pharmacists to be aware of drugs that increase blood pressure. The canadian agency for drugs and technologies in health.
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