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Nicole M Rodin1, Jennifer C Miller1, Tiffany Ishibashi1
1Washington State University, Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Spokane, WA, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|July 25, 2024
Summary
Pharmacy preceptors find student pharmacists beneficial for administering pediatric immunizations. Enhanced training in confidence and child-comforting techniques is recommended for student pharmacists administering vaccines.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Immunization Services
- Pediatric Healthcare
Background:
- Community pharmacies are expanding services to include pediatric immunizations.
- There is a need to assess the role and preparedness of student pharmacists in this evolving area.
- Experiential education is crucial for developing competent healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate pharmacy preceptor perceptions of student pharmacists' ability to administer pediatric immunizations.
- To identify areas for improvement in student pharmacist training for pediatric vaccinations.
- To understand barriers and facilitators for student-led pediatric immunization services in community pharmacies.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative key informant interviews with 10 pharmacist preceptors.
- Utilized the Outcomes Evaluation Framework for structured interviews.
- Employed thematic coding for qualitative data analysis.
Main Results:
- Preceptors perceived student pharmacists as beneficial for pediatric immunization administration when properly trained.
- Areas for improvement include general confidence and child-comforting techniques.
- Barriers identified were competing priorities, time, and reimbursement.
Conclusions:
- Integrating student pharmacists into pediatric immunization services is beneficial for community pharmacies.
- Experiential training can enhance student pharmacists' readiness for pediatric vaccinations.
- Further curriculum development may be needed to fully prepare students for this role.
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