Training and Development of Clinical Skills by Pharmacists and Students in the Management of Gastrointestinal Problems
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https://doi.org/10.1590/s2175-97902026e25105Keywords:
Evidence-based pharmacy practice, Professional training, Gastrointestinal tract, Education, Pharmacy, Simulation trainingAbstract
Gastrointestinal problems are common and affect quality of life, leading patients to seek treatment. Safe pharmaceutical prescribing and health education are essential to ensure quality healthcare, but require evidence-based training. The aim of this study was to evaluate the development of clinical skills for the management of five gastrointestinal issues by pharmacists and students in a training course. This is a quasi-experimental study carried out with participants in a minor illness scheme training course. The course included classes with specialists, theoretical assessments and initial and final practical simulations. After applying the eligibility criteria, 17 participants were selected for the study. In the knowledge analysis, the topics that progressed the most were diarrhea and nausea and vomiting, in which the participants' confidence level increased significantly in the final evaluations. In addition, in the behavioral analysis there was a 70% progression, with better scores for diarrhea and aphthous stomatitis. The clinical guidelines-based course proved to be a viable strategy for promoting knowledge and confidence in the management of gastrointestinal problems. Researchers can comprehensively explore the domains involved in the formation of competencies and skills necessary for clinical practice.
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