Abstract
ABSTRACTBackgroundExperiential clinical placement is a compulsory component of the pharmacy course at Charles Sturt University. The Rural Pharmacy Practice subject, in addition to addressing the National Competency Standards, tasks students to undertake a number of projects during their clinical placements.AimTo present 2 examples of student conducted drug use evaluations where the outcomes of the activities were perceived to have benefited the placement site.MethodThis was an observational study involving 2 student projects considered to be of benefit by the placement sites. Both studies investigated adherence to local guidelines to inform optimal patient care.ResultsProject 1 evaluated intravenous versus oral paracetamol use and concluded that the prescribing guidelines for intravenous paracetamol were adhered to in around 50% of cases. Project 2 evaluated OxyContin (oxycodone) use and concluded that oxycodone dosages prescribed complied with guidelines. However, the treatment regimens of around 35% of patients assessed could be improved by using non‐opioid analgesics, such as paracetamol.ConclusionStudent placement projects, such as drug use evaluations, represent an excellent way for students to benefit the clinical placement site.
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