What is the maximum number of prescriptions a pharmacist not working in retail or institutional pharmacies can supervise at a remote pharmacy per day?

In the context of Vermont's pharmacy regulations, the rules governing the supervision of prescriptions at remote pharmacies ensure a balance between the availability of pharmaceutical care and the capability of pharmacists to safely manage their workload. The maximum number of prescriptions a pharmacist can supervise in a remote pharmacy is set at 250 per day.

This limit is established to ensure that pharmacists maintain high levels of safety and accuracy in dispensing medications, as well as provide adequate patient care and consultation. By capping the number of prescriptions supervised daily, the regulation aims to prevent overextension of pharmacists, which can lead to errors and compromise patient safety.

The other figures mentioned do not align with this regulation. Setting the number higher could risk inadequate attention to each prescription, while too low a figure could hinder pharmacy operations and access to medications for patients in remote areas. Thus, the choice of 250 reflects a considered approach to public health and safety in pharmacy practice.