Question

Going to the pharmacy is "easy" for those of us who can see and hear. What do you think would be barriers and safety implications for those who are challenged in seeing and hearing?

Think of when you go to the pharmacy and the steps you need to take when picking up a prescription. Keep in mind every single step and possible places where confusion could occur for the seeing and hearing impaired.

Do you think going to the pharmacy will be easier now for you that you understand medical terms?

Answer 1

For the blind it would be difficult to know whether the prescription they are getting is correct. Though they have the advantage of verbal communication, if there is any mistake on the amount or type of medication they have asked for it would be impossible to know unless there was someone else there with them.

For the deaf the language barrier becomes a problem as they often cannot communicate verbally and the pharmacists may not know sign language. This can become frustrating for both parties when they aren't being understood. You cannot ask for a medication if you cannot describe your pain to the pharmacist unless you already have a prescription.

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