Which of the following is NOT listed as a duty of an IDS pharmacist?

• A. Manage community outreach events
• B. Participate in IRB
• C. Maintain relationship with IRB and P&T
• D. Review new and existing protocols

Answer: (B)

This question tests understanding of what infectious diseases pharmacists typically do in their role and which activities fall outside their usual duties.

An IDS pharmacist often leads or participates in activities that directly support patient care and institutional policies: coordinating community outreach and education so patients understand infections and treatments; maintaining relationships with oversight bodies like the IRB and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee to ensure that protocols and formulary decisions align with safety and best practices; and reviewing new and existing protocols to guide antimicrobial use, stewardship, and treatment guidelines.

Participating in the IRB, while possible in some institutions as a collaborative or advisory role, is not generally listed as a standard duty of an IDS pharmacist. The IRB is mainly concerned with protecting human subjects in research, and its primary members are investigators, scientific/ethics committee members, and dedicated IRB staff. Therefore, this activity is not typically considered a core duty of an IDS pharmacist, making it the best choice for what is NOT listed.