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Teaching Independent Decision-Making Through a Computer-Based Drug Utilization Review Simulation
Apryl N Peddi1, Heidi N Eukel2, Brittney A Meyer3
1Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, Richmond, VA, USA.
Summary
A new computer-based drug utilization review (DUR) simulation significantly boosted pharmacy students
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Health Professions Education
- Digital Learning Tools
Background:
- Drug utilization review (DUR) is a critical skill for pharmacists in all practice settings.
- Existing computer-based DUR simulations for pharmacy students are limited.
- This study details a novel, resource-efficient computer-based DUR simulation developed collaboratively by three institutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development of a computer-based DUR simulation.
- To evaluate the impact of this simulation on pharmacy students' knowledge and confidence in DUR skills.
Main Methods:
- A pre-post educational study design was employed.
- First- and third-year pharmacy students (N=405) from three institutions participated.
- Students engaged with simulated patient cases featuring medication-related problems, receiving immediate feedback.
- Knowledge and confidence were assessed using pre- and post-simulation multiple-choice, matching, and self-reported confidence scale questions.
Main Results:
- Overall knowledge scores showed nonsignificant changes from pre- to post-assessment, with one exception.
- Student confidence in their DUR abilities significantly improved across all measured aspects.
Conclusions:
- The computer-based DUR simulation effectively enhanced student confidence in performing drug utilization reviews.
- While overall knowledge gains were not significant, the simulation's impact on confidence highlights the value of skills-based, practice-oriented educational tools.
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