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Title: | An elective pharmaceutical care course to prepare students for an advanced pharmacy practice experience in Kenya |
Authors: | Schellhase, Ellen M D, Pharm Miller, Monica L Ogallo, William Pastakia, Sonak D |
Keywords: | International pharmacy Clinical pharmacy Advanced pharmacy practice experience Pharmaceutical care |
Issue Date: | 12-Apr-2013 |
Publisher: | American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy |
Abstract: | Objective. To develop a prerequisite elective course to prepare students for an advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) in Kenya. Design. The course addressed Kenyan culture, travel preparation, patient care, and disease-state management. Instructional formats used were small-group discussions and lectures, including some Web-based presentations by Kenyan pharmacists on disease states commonly treated in Kenya. Cul tural activities include instruction in conversational and medical Kiswahili and reading of a novel related to global health programs. Assessment. Student performance was assessed using written care plans, quizzes, reflection papers, a formulary management exercise, and pre- and post-course assessments. Student feedback on course evaluations indicated that the course was well received and students felt prepared for the APPE. Conclusion. This course offered a unique opportunity for students to learn about pharmacy practice in global health and to apply previously acquired skills in a resource-constrained international setting. It prepares students to actively participate in clinical care activities during an international APPE. |
URI: | http://ir.mu.ac.ke:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/6459 |
Appears in Collections: | School of Medicine |
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