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Behavioral Disturbances: An Innovative Approach to Monitor the Modulatory Effects of a Nutraceutical Diet
Published on: January 3, 2017
Elective course in nutrition taught by a pharmacy student
Ronda R Machen1, Dana Hammer, Peggy Odegard
1University of Washington, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|September 6, 2007
Summary
A new elective nutrition course for pharmacy students successfully increased awareness and knowledge. Students found the course valuable for their pharmacy practice and recommended it to peers.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Nutritional Science
- Curriculum Development
Background:
- Nutrition knowledge is crucial for pharmacists, yet often underexplored in pharmacy curricula.
- There is a need for specialized nutrition education within Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop, implement, and assess an elective nutrition course for pharmacy students.
- The course aimed to enhance students' understanding and application of nutrition in pharmacy practice.
Main Methods:
- A Doctor of Pharmacy student, also a registered dietitian, designed and instructed the course.
- Faculty members provided oversight and assistance during the course development and delivery.
Main Results:
- Students reported the course would be beneficial to their future pharmacy practice.
- A high recommendation rate for the course among PharmD students was observed.
- Students achieved high scores on knowledge-based examinations, averaging 83% and 84%.
Conclusions:
- The project represents an innovative method for integrating essential nutrition education into the pharmacy curriculum.
- This initiative offered a pharmacy student a unique opportunity to explore an academic career path.
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