Abstract
Objective: A study was conducted to determine program participants’ perception of fourth year pharmacist interns in a culturally adapted community program focused on improving medication adherence. Methods: Students participated in translation, recruitment, pre- and post- program screening, and reminder phone calls to program enrollees. An 8 question survey using a likert scale was developed and administered to participants at the end of the program. Results: There was a 100% “Always” report in three questions that inquired about the pharmacist interns’ contribution to the participants’ learning, and the program participants “Always” felt like their time was well spent with the pharmacist interns. Conclusion: Patients perceived the involvement of pharmacist interns in the implementation of a culturally adapted community program as positive.
Highlights
Many racial and ethnic minority Americans experience language barriers which can range from low or no English proficiency to limited proficiency in speaking, reading or comprehending English
The Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accreditation standards define Introductory and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences as structured, college-directed teaching and learning experiences whereby the student applies the knowledge of pharmacy to patient care in a practice setting that allows the student to develop and demonstrate the critical thinking skills required for professional practice [3]
I enjoyed talking with the pharmacist interns during the health education class
Summary
Many racial and ethnic minority Americans experience language barriers which can range from low or no English proficiency to limited proficiency in speaking, reading or comprehending English. These linguistic barriers can present challenges to patients and providers in healthcare settings [1]. The ACPE accreditation standards define Introductory and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences as structured, college-directed teaching and learning experiences whereby the student applies the knowledge of pharmacy to patient care in a practice setting that allows the student to develop and demonstrate the critical thinking skills required for professional practice [3]
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