Erin C Raney1. 1. Midwestern University College of Pharmacy-Glendale, AZ 85308, USA. edunnx@midwestern.edu
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To provide an elective course for pharmacy students focused on the knowledge and skills necessary to implement health screenings in a pharmacy environment. DESIGN: Course lectures focused on expert recommendations for health screenings as well as regulatory requirements and procedures integral to the implementation of screening services. Workshops provided hands-on experience with blood glucose, body composition, bone density, and cholesterol testing devices. ASSESSMENT: Attainment of knowledge and skills was assessed by patient case assignments, screening device demonstrations, group projects, and a final quiz. Annual course evaluations revealed consistently favorable student feedback regarding the course design and content. students reported a high level of preparedness and interest in participating in health screening services in future practice. CONCLUSION: An elective course focused on the delivery of health screenings in pharmacy settings was well received by student participants and exposed students to a unique opportunity in patient care.
OBJECTIVE: To provide an elective course for pharmacy students focused on the knowledge and skills necessary to implement health screenings in a pharmacy environment. DESIGN: Course lectures focused on expert recommendations for health screenings as well as regulatory requirements and procedures integral to the implementation of screening services. Workshops provided hands-on experience with blood glucose, body composition, bone density, and cholesterol testing devices. ASSESSMENT: Attainment of knowledge and skills was assessed by patient case assignments, screening device demonstrations, group projects, and a final quiz. Annual course evaluations revealed consistently favorable student feedback regarding the course design and content. students reported a high level of preparedness and interest in participating in health screening services in future practice. CONCLUSION: An elective course focused on the delivery of health screenings in pharmacy settings was well received by student participants and exposed students to a unique opportunity in patient care.
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Keywords:
elective course; health screening; point-of-care testing
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