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An active-learning assignment using nonprescription medicines.

Diane Nykamp1, Leisa L Marshall, Laurel Ashworth

  • 1College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Mercer University, USA.

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|March 7, 2008
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This study developed a web-based assignment to assess students' nonprescription medication knowledge. The "Personal Pharmacy" activity effectively improved students' understanding and selection of over-the-counter medicines.

Keywords:
active learningnonprescription medicinesself-care

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Project-Based Learning Guidelines for Health Sciences Students: An Analysis with Data Mining and Qualitative Techniques

Published on: December 9, 2022

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacy Education
  • Pharmacology
  • Clinical Skills Training

Background:

  • Effective evaluation of student competency in selecting nonprescription medications is crucial for patient safety.
  • Traditional classroom learning may not fully translate to practical application of knowledge regarding over-the-counter (OTC) drug recommendations.
  • Developing innovative pedagogical tools is essential to enhance practical skills in pharmacy education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and implement a web-based written assignment, termed "Personal Pharmacy," to evaluate students' proficiency in choosing appropriate nonprescription medications.
  • To assess the effectiveness of this active-learning exercise in reinforcing course content and building student confidence in recommending OTC therapies.

Main Methods:

  • Students created patient case studies for assigned conditions, recommending treatments with at least two nonprescription medications.
  • The assignment required students to provide patient counseling information, integrating knowledge from didactic lectures.
  • An active-learning approach was employed to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application.

Main Results:

  • Common case topics included burns, acne, conjunctivitis, lacerations, and poison ivy.
  • Out of 105 student respondents, 51.9% reported the assignment reinforced course content.
  • A majority of students (58.1%) felt more confident in making product recommendations after completing the assignment.

Conclusions:

  • The "Personal Pharmacy" assignment proved to be an effective educational tool.
  • The activity successfully enhanced students' comprehension and appropriate selection of nonprescription medications.
  • This web-based approach offers a valuable method for improving practical skills in pharmacy students.