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An advanced pharmacy practice experience in sports pharmacy
1School of Pharmacy, University of California - San Francisco, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|March 7, 2008
Summary
This study established a sports pharmacy advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE). Students gained practical skills in drug testing and confidence in sports pharmacy roles.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- The field of sports pharmacy is an emerging area within pharmaceutical practice.
- There is a need for specialized training experiences for pharmacy students in this niche.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish and evaluate a novel 6-week elective Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) focused on sports pharmacy.
- To assess student learning and confidence in sports pharmacy competencies.
Main Methods:
- Students engaged in diverse activities including drug-testing collections, educational presentations, and drug information services.
- Training encompassed athletic-specific medication assays, compounding, dispensing, and site visits to athletic medical facilities.
- Competency was validated through written and practical drug-testing certification exams, with specimen measurements compared to laboratory standards.
Main Results:
- Students demonstrated proficiency in urine sample analysis, accurately measuring pH and specific gravity.
- All students successfully passed the drug-testing certification examination.
- High satisfaction ratings were reported by students, testing site officials, and presentation audiences.
Conclusions:
- The sports pharmacy APPE effectively provided students with experience and insight into the multifaceted roles of pharmacists in sports.
- Participants developed enhanced confidence and practical skills, particularly in conducting drug-testing collections.
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