ANALYSIS OF MEDICATION MANAGEMENT IN PUBLIC HOSPITALS

Abstract

Analyzing drug management in public hospitals is crucial to ensuring efficiency and safety in the use of these resources. Given this, the overall objective of this study was to understand the impacts of drug management in public hospitals on the quality of care and the efficiency of health resources. A literature review was used as the methodology, and data were collected from databases such as Scielo, Lilacs, and Google Scholar. The results highlight issues such as drug availability, procurement, storage, and distribution processes, as well as inventory control systems. The importance of effective medication management practices to ensure adequate access to medications, reduce waste, and promote patient safety is noted. However, some limitations are identified, such as variations in policies and practices between different hospitals. A more in-depth analysis of medication management practices is recommended to contribute to improvements in the quality of patient care and the operational efficiency of healthcare institutions.