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. 2014 Feb 12;78(1):15.
doi: 10.5688/ajpe78115.

A solid organ transplant elective course for pharmacy students

Lindsay Hahn  1
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A solid organ transplant elective course for pharmacy students

Lindsay Hahn. Am J Pharm Educ. .

Abstract

Objective: To develop and implement a solid organ transplant elective course for second- and third-year pharmacy students, and assess its impact on students' knowledge in the management of medications, adverse effects, and complications in organ transplantation patients.

Design: Topics related to the care of solid organ transplant patients were covered in depth. Students were required to complete a group presentation focusing on common infectious disease topics encountered in solid organ transplant patients.

Assessment: Students' solid organ transplantation knowledge was assessed using examinations quizzes, a group presentation, and class participation. With an average class grade of 87%, students demonstrated knowledge of the course material. Most students felt that their knowledge increased significantly with regard to the course objectives.

Conclusion: Students who completed the elective course significantly improved their confidence and knowledge regarding solid organ transplantation, felt more prepared than their peers who did not complete the course, and became open to exploring careers or residencies in this area.

Keywords: curriculum; elective course; pharmacotherapy; solid organ transplant.

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