Which of the following is an example of a structure measure in pharmacy?

• A. Staff wash their hands before compounding.
• B. INR range maintenance.
• C. The private patient counseling area.
• D. Pharmacist reviews anticoagulation information.

Answer: (C)

Structure measures focus on the setting and resources that support care. The private patient counseling area fits this because it describes the physical space allocated for counseling, which affects privacy, workflow, and how care is delivered. The other options reflect actions or results: washing hands before compounding is a care activity (a process), maintaining INR range is about the outcome of anticoagulation management, and reviewing anticoagulation information is another care activity.