Which practice is not typically part of pharmacist follow-up?

• A. Monitoring the patient's progress.
• B. Adjusting therapy as needed.
• C. Educating the patient.
• D. Scheduling cosmetic services for the patient.

Answer: (D)

The key idea is medication-related follow-up. In community pharmacy, follow-up focuses on how the patient is doing with their medicines: monitoring progress to see if the therapy is effective and safe, adjusting the regimen as needed (often in collaboration with the prescriber), and educating the patient about proper use, potential side effects, and signs that would require medical attention. Scheduling cosmetic services does not involve managing medications, assessing therapeutic outcomes, or supporting safe, effective therapy. It falls outside the scope of pharmacotherapy follow-up, which is why it’s not typically included.