O PAPEL DO FARMACÊUTICO EM CLÍNICA DE HEMODIÁLISE: percepções multidisciplinares

Abstract

The role of clinical pharmacists in hemodialysis clinics has proven essential for promoting patient safety, optimizing pharmacotherapy, and strengthening interdisciplinary practices. This study aimed to analyze the perceptions of themultidisciplinary team regarding the importance of including clinical pharmacists in a hemodialysis clinic located in the Triângulo Mineiro region of Minas Gerais. The research was quantitative and descriptive in nature, conducted through the application of a structured questionnaire to 21 health professionals, including physicians, nurses, nursing technicians, nutritionists, psychologists, and social workers. The results showed that most participants recognize the importance of the pharmacist's presence to ensure the rational use of medications, reduce adverse events, and contribute to patient safety. The responses also showed a positive perception of the integration of pharmacists into the team, reinforcing the need for institutional policies that ensure their effective performance in the context of renal replacement therapy. It is concluded that the inclusion of clinical pharmacists in hemodialysis clinics represents an advance in the quality of care and the humanization of care, promoting direct benefits to both patients and the multidisciplinary team.