Using Technology to Teach Clinical Pharmacology and Medication Safety
Author Information
Author(s): Wightkin William T., Graham Elizabeth B., Hooper Brooke
Primary Institution: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Hypothesis
Can a virtual elective improve medical students' understanding of clinical pharmacology and medication safety?
Conclusion
The 4-week virtual elective effectively enhanced students' understanding of clinical pharmacology and medication safety.
Supporting Evidence
- Students reported increased confidence in prescribing medications after the elective.
- All respondents would recommend the elective to other students.
- The elective reinforced previous knowledge of medical pharmacology.
Takeaway
This study created an online class to help medical students learn about safe medication use and how to avoid mistakes when prescribing drugs.
Methodology
A 4-week virtual elective was developed using Zoom for fourth-year medical students, focusing on clinical pharmacology and medication safety.
Limitations
Only 50% of students responded to the survey, which may not represent the entire class's experience.
Participant Demographics
Fourth-year medical students from multiple institutions.
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