Question

question 12
which of the following is a primary benefit of telepharmacy?
increasing the cost of prescription medications
eliminating the need for licensed pharmacists
reducing patient access to medication information
expanding healthcare services to underserved areas

Explanation:

• Option 1: Telepharmacy aims to improve access, not increase medication costs, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Licensed pharmacists are still required for telepharmacy services, so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: Telepharmacy should increase, not reduce, patient access to medication information, so this is incorrect.
• Option 4: Telepharmacy uses technology to provide pharmacy services to areas with limited access, thus expanding healthcare services to underserved areas, which is a primary benefit.

Answer:

D. Expanding healthcare services to underserved areas