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Evaluation And Revision Of An Introduction To Experiential Rotations Course, Eliza A. Dy, Sarah Nisly
Evaluation And Revision Of An Introduction To Experiential Rotations Course, Eliza A. Dy, Sarah Nisly
Sarah A. Nisly
The objectives of this study were to evaluate the perceived student value of topics taught in Butler University’s Introduction to Experiential Rotations (RX500) course, implement course revisions to address any perceived weaknesses, and to reassess the course following implementation of those course revisions. Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students from Butler University’s 2012 doctorate of pharmacy class were initially surveyed to assess the perceived usefulness and design of RX500. Based on the findings of the initial data, course revisions were developed and implemented for the following semester’s RX500 course. In order to assess for potential changes in the perceived value …
Lipid Goals: Update On Their Status, Katie Axford, Eliza Dy, Sarah A. Nisly
Lipid Goals: Update On Their Status, Katie Axford, Eliza Dy, Sarah A. Nisly
Sarah A. Nisly
Goal: The goal of this lesson is to discuss current medical management of dyslipidemias, including available agents and goals of therapy, as well as potential future treatment strategies based on recently published literature.
Dietary Supplement Education In A Senior Population, Kimberly G. Elder, Sarah A. Nisly
Dietary Supplement Education In A Senior Population, Kimberly G. Elder, Sarah A. Nisly
Sarah A. Nisly
Background. Dietary supplements are widely used among United States senior citizens for various indications. Potential dangers with supplement use include the lack of regulation by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the possibility for drug-supplement interactions. Senior focused education may in- crease the safe use of dietary supplements by older adults. Objective. The primary objective of this study was to determine the effectiveness of a pharmacist driven educational seminar in a local senior population. Methods. Participants aged 55 years and older in one of three senior programs were eligible for inclusion. Initially, a needs-assessment interview was con- ducted at …
Knowledge Of And Perceived Need For Evidence-Based Education About Antipsychotic Medications Among Nursing Home Leadership And Staff, Celeste Lemay, Kathleen Mazor, Terry Field, Jennifer Donovan, Abir Kanaan, Becky Briesacher, Sarah Foy, Leslie Harrold, Jerry Gurwitz, Jennifer Tjia
Knowledge Of And Perceived Need For Evidence-Based Education About Antipsychotic Medications Among Nursing Home Leadership And Staff, Celeste Lemay, Kathleen Mazor, Terry Field, Jennifer Donovan, Abir Kanaan, Becky Briesacher, Sarah Foy, Leslie Harrold, Jerry Gurwitz, Jennifer Tjia
Jennifer Tjia
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Antipsychotic use is common in US nursing homes, despite evidence of increased risk of morbidity and mortality, and limited efficacy in older adults with dementia. Knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs regarding antipsychotic use among nursing home staff are unclear. The study aim was to describe nursing home leadership and direct care staff members' knowledge of antipsychotic risks, beliefs and attitudes about the effectiveness of antipsychotics and nonpharmacologic management of dementia-related behaviors, and perceived need for evidence-based training about antipsychotic medication safety. DESIGN, SETTING, PARTICIPANTS, AND MEASUREMENTS: Survey of leadership and direct care staff of nursing homes in Connecticut was conducted …