A Protocol for Acquisition of Medicinal Supplies for Health Care Missions Serving Third World Populations
Keywords
Medical supplies; Developing countries; Medical Missions
Abstract
Humanitarian medical aid to third world countries requires extensive planning and coordination. Much of the needed aid received by these populations is from medical mission teams originating in industrialized countries. These groups supply medical treatment and aid to underserved populations, usually during brief trips to the country of need. Pharmaceutical and medical supply acquisition is necessary for these missions, but requires careful selection. Lack of knowledge regarding the needs of the population to be visited may lead to poor choices. Knowledge of the limited resources available in third world countries may lead to the misconception that any drug offered is better than no treatment. This attitude can lead to poor donation practices that may result in greater hardships for the country one is trying to assist. The purpose of this project was to develop a protocol, derived from experience and review of current research that can be used for acquisition of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. This resource describes steps and considerations necessary when choosing medicinal supplies, including a list of large pharmaceutical outlets that warehouse drugs for this purpose.
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Graduation Date
1999
Semester
Fall
Advisor
Holcomb, Lygia
Degree
Master of Science (M.S.)
College
College of Health and Public Affairs
Department
Nursing
Degree Program
Family Nurse Practitioner
Format
Pages
126 p.
Language
English
Length of Campus-only Access
None
Access Status
Masters Thesis (Open Access)
Identifier
DP0022666
Subjects
Dissertations, Academic -- Health and Public Affairs; Health and Public Affairs -- Dissertations, Academic
STARS Citation
Gaffka, Ann M., "A Protocol for Acquisition of Medicinal Supplies for Health Care Missions Serving Third World Populations" (1999). Retrospective Theses and Dissertations. 2131.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/rtd/2131
Accessibility Status
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