Evaluation of perceptions regarding Top 200 drug information exercises in a pharmaceutical care lab curriculum

This study evaluated perceptions regarding the effectiveness of Top 200 drug information exercises in a pharmaceutical care lab (PCL) curriculum. Questionnaires were distributed online via Qualtrics™ to fourth-year (PY4) students and advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) preceptors. The PY4 questionnaire inquired about perceptions of usefulness of current exercises and possible areas of future focus. The preceptor questionnaire inquired about preparedness of students for APPE rotations. Response rates for student and preceptor questionnaires were 43.7% (n = 72) and 15.1% (n = 128), respectively. Overall, 93% of students felt current exercises were helpful in learning the material, and 86% felt prepared at the start of APPEs with regard to Top 200 drug information. Of the practitioners that precept for multiple schools, 40% (35/88) felt students were better prepared in this area, as compared to students from other institutions. Information from this study identified strengths and weaknesses of the current process. Areas of future focus could include dosing information and major drug interactions.