Personal Drug Selection: Problem-Based Learning in Pharmacology: Experience from a Medical School in Nepal
2007

Personal Drug Selection in Pharmacology Education

Sample size: 12 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Shankar P. Ravi, Palaian Subish, Gyawali Sudesh, Mishra Pranaya Mohan, Lalit

Primary Institution: Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara, Nepal

Hypothesis

What is the student opinion on P-drug learning sessions and assessments?

Conclusion

Students appreciated the P-drug sessions but suggested improvements in the assessment process and physical environment.

Supporting Evidence

  • Students felt the need for more time during practical assessments.
  • Group dynamics were generally positive, but absenteeism was an issue.
  • Students wanted the P-drug training to continue into clinical years.

Takeaway

Students learned how to choose the best medicines for patients, but they want more time and better resources to do it.

Methodology

Focus group discussions were conducted to gather student feedback on P-drug selection sessions.

Potential Biases

The facilitator was a faculty member, which may have influenced student responses.

Limitations

The study only included one semester of students and may have selection bias.

Participant Demographics

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Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pone.0000524

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