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YPHP 715 A-D, INTRODUCTORY PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCE (IPPE) ELECTIVES, 9 Quarter Hours

2018-19

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The P3 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) are designed to provide the foundation for the student pharmacists in preparation for their Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs). Students are required to participate in an IPPE elective during the third year of the program. Elective opportunities are offered in a variety of pharmacy practice settings. The P3 IPPE Elective will satisfy 80 hours of the 317 total hours in the RFUMS Experiential Education curriculum. Students will complete these hours over the course of two weeks. Students will be scheduled during two of four allocated blocks of time during the P3 year, either prior to the commencement of the P3 year or during an intersession break. Students will also complete 7 hours of service learning during their P3 year. During the spring quarter (Q3) of the P3 year, students will participate in the IPPE-APPE transition workshop that will serve to transition students from introductory to advanced pharmacy practice experiences, as well as simulation activities that will complement the didactic curriculum.

Quarter Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Figure 1. Experiential Education Structure Access to Course Material and Information In addition to what will be provided during experiential class meetings, materials and information will be distributed using the University email system, E*Value, and Desire2Learn (D2L). These systems are mandatory communication modalities among faculty, preceptors, and students involved with this course.

ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITYOF MEDICINE AND SCIENCES COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM AT A GLANCE

IPPE Year APPE Year P1 P2 P3 P4

Community (105 hours)

13 X 8-hour visits 1 hour reflection

Simulation (10 hours)

C3 Activities*

Health-System (105 hours)

13 X 8-hour visits 1 hour reflection

Simulation (10 hours)

C3 Activities*

Elective (80 hours)

10 X 8-hour visits

Service Learning (7 hours)

IPPE-APPE Transition

Workshop*

Simulation*

C3 Activities*

Six 6-Week Rotations

(240 hours each)

Community

Health-System

Inpatient/Acute Care

Ambulatory Care

Elective I

Elective II

Simulation* Return to Campus**

115 hours 115 hours 87hours Total APPE Hours= 1440 hours Total IPPE Hours = 317 hours

IPPE = Introductory Pharmacy Practice APPE= Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience *Hours dedicated to these items are not counted in experiential hour total.

**Select return to campus dates updated 9/1/2017

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Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the first three professional years and all Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) is required before beginning the P4 year. Documented completion and compliance with the following is required before beginning a practice experience: a. Licensure b. Criminal Background Check c. Drug Screen d. Health Record-Immunizations (including annual TB and Influenza) e. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Training f. OSHA Blood borne Pathogens Training g. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification h. APhA Immunization Certification (Certificate of Completion) i. Other site-specific administrative requirements For additional information, refer to the Experiential Education Manual. *Some sites may have additional requirements for student pharmacists completing APPEs. Instructional Methods and Learning Experiences: Student pharmacists participating in the P4 APPE will be engaged in active learning through the use of practice-based activities in Community team-based projects, preceptor interaction, and simulation activities. Course Director(s):

Faculty Name, Degree, and Title

Bradley Cannon, PharmD Director of Experiential Education

Lisa Michener, PharmD, MS, Associate Director of Experiential Education

Phone 847-578-3433 847-578-8762 Email bradley.cannon@rosalindfranklin.edu lisa.michener@rosalindfranklin.edu Office location IPEC 2.808 IPEC 2.816 Office Hours: By appointment

COURSE OBJECTIVES

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTATIONS1

Upon completion of this introductory pharmacy practice elective experience, the student pharmacist will be able to meet the specific educational outcomes for each specific experience as outlined in the documents linked below and at the end of this syllabus starting on page 9.

Academia- page 9 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/academia.pdf Administration, Academia- page 10 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/administration-academia.pdf Administration, Community- page 11 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/administration-community.pdf Administration, Health-Systems- page 12 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/administration-health-system.pdf Ambulatory Care- page 13 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/ambulatory-care.pdf Association Management- page 14 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/association-management.pdf Compounding- page 15 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/compounding.pdf Drug Information- page 16 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/drug-information.pdf Emergency Department- page 17 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/emergency-department.pdf Intensive Care Unit- page 18 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/intensive-care-unit.pdf Infectious Disease- page 19 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/infectious-disease.pdf International Medicine- page 20 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/international-medicine.pdf Introduction to Residency Training- page 21 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/introduction-to-residency-training.pdf Oncology- page 22 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/oncology.pdf Patient Safety Community- page 23 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/patient-safety-community.pdf

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Patient Safety Health-Systems- page 24 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/patient-safety-health-systems.pdf Pharmaceutical Industry- page 25 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/pharmaceutical-industry.pdf Poison Center- page 26 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/poison-center.pdf Research- page 27 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/research.pdf Specialty Pharmacy- page 28 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/specialty-pharmacy.pdf

RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS

1. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. ASHP guidelines: minimum standard for pharmacies in hospitals. Am J Health-Syst Pharm.1995; 52:2711–7. http://www.ashp.org/doclibrary/bestpractices/settingsgdlminhosp.aspx

2. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists® Practice and Policy: January 2014. Available at: http://www.ashp.org/menu/PracticePolicy.aspx

3. Ansel HC. Pharmaceutical Calculations. 13th ed. Philadelphia PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2009. ISBN-978-0781739221

4. Anton K Drug Information: , Formulating effective response and recommendations: A structured approach. A Guide for Pharmacists, In. Malone P, Drug Information A guide for Pharmacists 5th ed. Copyright © 2014 McGraw-Hill Education. http://accesspharmacy.mhmedical.com.ezproxy.rosalindfranklin.edu:2048/content.aspx?sectionid=54480665&bookid=981&Resultclick=2 Accessed May 19, 2015

5. Berger BA. Communication Skills for Pharmacists: Building Relationships. 3rd

ed. Washington, DC: American Pharmacists Association; 2009. ISBN 9781582121321

6. Clinical Pharmacology [database online]. Available via RFUMS Boxer University Library Electronic Resources. 7. Core Clinical Measures: http://www.hrsa.gov/quality/toolbox/introduction/coreclinical/ 8. Currie J, Abrons, The Process of Working through a Patient Case: Development of Clinical Problem Solving

In the American Pharmacist Association Pharmacy Library. The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, American Pharmacist’s Association Washington DC © 2013 http://pharmacylibrary.com/process/26 Accessed on May 19, 2015.

9. Drug Enforcement Administration. Pharmacist’s Manual. Revised 2010. www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubs/manuals/pharm2/.

10. Drug Information: A Guide for Pharmacists 5e. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill; 2013. 11. Drug Information Handbook. 22nd ed. Hudson, OH: Lexi-Comp, Inc; 2013. 12. Fravel MA, Starry MJ, Reist JC. Multi-Focus SOAP Note Writing: Independent Video Activity –

Hypertryglyceridemia and Gout Active Learning Exercises. In the American Pharmacist Association Pharmacy Library. The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, American Pharmacist’s Association Washington DC © 2013 http://www.pharmacylibrary.com.ezproxy.rosalindfranklin.edu:2048/activeLearning/content.aspx?aid=718622 Accessed on May 20, 2015.

13. Illinois Controlled Substance Act and Controlled Substance Rules. www.idfpr.com/PROFS/Info/pharm.asp 14. Illinois Pharmacy Practice Act: www.idfpr.com/PROFS/Info/pharm.asp 15. Institute for Safe Medication Practices. Available at: www.ismp.org 16. Medina MS, Plaza CM, Stowe CD, Robinson ET, DeLander G, Beck DE, Melchert RB, Supernaw RB, Roche VF,

Gleason BL, Strong MN, Bain A, Meyer GE, Dong BJ, Rochon J, Johnston P. Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Education (CAPE) Educational Outcomes 2013. Am J Pharm Educ. 2013; in press. Available at: http://www.aacp.org/resources/education/cape/Pages/default.aspx (accessed August 12, 2015).

17. Micromedex 2.0. Truven Health Analytics, Inc. Greenwood Village, CO. Available at: http://www.micromedexsolutions.com. Accessed August 12, 2015.

18. Patient History Checklist in Peripheral Brain for the pharmacist 3rd Ed. American Pharmacist’s Association Washington DC © 2013. http://www.pharmacylibrary.com.ezproxy.rosalindfranklin.edu:2048/content/712486

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Accessed May 19, 2015. 19. Patient Monitoring Card. In Peripheral Brain for the pharmacist 3rd Ed. American Pharmacist’s Association

Washington DC © 2013. http://www.pharmacylibrary.com.ezproxy.rosalindfranklin.edu:2048/content/712613 Accessed May 19, 2015.

20. Reiss BS, Hall GD. Guide to Federal Pharmacy Law. 8th ed. Ann Arbor, MI: Apothecary Press; 2013. 21. Reist JC, Development of the Formal Case Presentation. Active Learning Exercises. In the American

Pharmacist Association Pharmacy Library. The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, American Pharmacist’s Association Washington DC © 2013 http://www.pharmacylibrary.com.ezproxy.rosalindfranklin.edu:2048/activeLearning/content.aspx?aid=726613 Accessed on May 19, 2015.

22. Reist JC, Development a Monitoring Plan. Active Learning Exercises. In the American Pharmacist Association Pharmacy Library. The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, American Pharmacist’s Association Washington DC © 2013. http://www.pharmacylibrary.com.ezproxy.rosalindfranklin.edu:2048/activeLearning/content.aspx?aid=728109 Accessed on May 19, 2015.

23. Reist JC, Medical Record Basics. Active Learning Exercises. In the American Pharmacist Association Pharmacy Library. The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, American Pharmacist’s Association Washington DC © 2013. http://www.ncqa.org/Portals/0/PolicyUpdates/Supplemental/Guidelines_Medical_Record_Review.pdf Accessed on May 19, 2015.

24. Trissel LA, Handbook on Injectable Drugs. 16th ed. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists; 2010. ISBN 978-1-58528-248-7

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Students must bring to the practice site the following items:

• White RFU-issued lab coat and nametag • Blood pressure cuff and stethoscope if one is not provided at the clinic (in settings when applicable)

METHODS OF EVALUATION

A variety of evaluations are used in this course. These serve to provide feedback to the students, preceptors, and course director regarding student progress and course activities. Evaluation forms are completed in E*Value: https://www.e-value.net/login.cfm at midpoint and at the end of the rotation. Final Evaluation: The final evaluation includes the following:

• preceptor’s evaluation of the student • the student’s self-evaluation • the student’s evaluation of the preceptor • the student’s evaluation of the site • the student’s evaluation of the entire course

How Students Access Preceptor Evaluations:

• Students must complete all evaluations (e.g. self, site, preceptor and course) in order to access the evaluation completed in E*value by the preceptor.

• It is expected that the preceptor and student meet to discuss both midpoint and final evaluations. How Preceptors Access Student Evaluation of Site and Preceptor: Student must demonstrate professionalism when documenting all evaluations. Once a preceptor has precepted at least

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three students, the students’ preceptor evaluations will be compiled and reported back to the preceptor in aggregate. How Evaluations Determine Students Grade: The preceptor’s final evaluation of the student are factored into the student’s grade as noted in the grading policy. GRADING POLICY Students will receive a PASS or FAIL grade for their completion of the P3 IPPE course To pass YPHP 715A-D (Q3), students must successfully complete the following:

1. Simulation activities 2. C3 activities 3. Evaluations (of Self, Preceptor, Site, and Course) 4. Meet or exceed all competencies noted on the final evaluation form

The course director(s) and/or preceptor(s) may assign a performance improvement plan to any student who does not meet these standards.

COURSE FEEDBACK

Students will have the opportunity to provide the course director(s) and other faculty/instructor(s) with feedback in several ways:

● Periodic reflective comments ● Scheduled appointment with the course director(s) ● Formal course evaluation process

ATTENDANCE POLICY

1. Hours are to be completed on-site and must be accurately documented in the E*Value system via the Time Tracking feature.

2. Please refer to the Experiential Attendance Policy in the Experiential Manual for full description and details. 3. Key expectations for attendance:

1. Attendance is MANDATORY for all site visits: a. Attendance for all site visits is mandatory. b. Attendance is mandatory at all IPPE orientation meetings, simulation activities and reflections.

2. Site visit is defined as a. 8 hours (excluding lunch) for Q1 (Fall),Q2 (Winter) and Q3 (Spring) quarters.

3. During the P3 year, students are not authorized to modify their schedule without the expressed emailed joint consent from the course director and preceptor.

Refer to the Attendance Policy for details on rescheduling or IPPE absences in the Experiential Manual.

PARTICIPATION AND PROFESSIONALISM

Professionalism Students are expected to perform and behave as professionals. They will demonstrate respect for the preceptor(s), other faculty, their peers, and themselves. Students will participate in all course activities with purpose and a positive attitude. Professionalism & Communication Expectations To behave professionally, the student must:

• Demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity towards the unique characteristics of each patient. • Comply with all federal, state, and local laws related to pharmacy practice. • Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in all practice activities. • Maintain ethical behavior by being honest, ensuring patient confidentiality, responding to and preventing errors

in patient care and avoiding professional misconduct (including plagiarism). • Make and defend rational and ethical decisions within the context of personal and professional values.

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• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workspace. • Display appropriate dress, grooming, and hygiene that is professional in appearance (e.g., defined by site policy

and/or procedures, preceptor, instructor and/or professional etiquette or culture). • Complete assignments on time. • Arrive on time and avoids absences when possible. • Call and notify preceptor in advance of any planned absences or when unable to meet a deadline or arrive on

time. • Prepare for assigned activities as designated (e.g., workbook, homework etc.) • Complete designated activities during allotted rotation hours or class time. • Accept accountability and responsibility for patient care without repeated reminders. • Show a sincere desire to learn. • Demonstrate willingness and flexibility to contribute to the well-being of others. • Apply knowledge, experience, and skills to the best of his/her ability. • Seek help from the preceptor or instructor when necessary. • Never be hesitant to admit that he/she does not know something, but should seek help and ask questions

whenever necessary. • Not make decisions without the knowledge of the preceptor, particularly in regard to prescription dispensing.

To communicate effectively, the student must:

• Demonstrate effective communication abilities in interactions with patients, their families and caregivers, and other health care providers.

• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and effectively through active listening using appropriate verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills at a level appropriate for caregivers, health care providers, and the general public.

• Introduce self at first encounter and make appropriate eye contact. • Greet patients and/or other health care professionals with a smile and/or positive inflection in voice (e.g., not

condescending or sarcastic). • Demonstrate appropriate self-awareness, assertiveness and confidence (e.g., not meek or overly assertive, even

under stress). • Work as an active team member with patients, peers, and other health care professionals (e.g., contributes

relevant information). • Accept and use constructive feedback to improve performance. • Not publicly question the advice or directions given by the preceptor or staff, but is encouraged to discuss issues

or ask questions in private.

Per the OEE Professionalism Policy, professionalism infractions may negatively impact the APPE grade or result in a request to appear before the Student Promotion, Evaluation, and Awards Committee (SPEAC). Once the APPE rotations have been assigned to students, their professionalism points will be reset to 100. Unless the infraction is related to a specific rotation, an infraction prior to the start of rotations or during an off block may result in the student appearing before the SPEAC. Infractions related to, or that occur during, a specific rotation will be counted toward the grade for that rotation. The nature of the consequence for failing to comply with the professionalism expectations during the P4 year will be at the discretion of the course director. However, as a general rule, a loss of 15 points during a block will result in a grade reduction and/or request to appear before the SPEAC. A loss of professionalism points in more than one block may result in a request to appear before the SPEAC. Professionalism points may be deducted by either the course director or preceptor, depending on the type of infraction. Unprofessional Behavior Inappropriate or unprofessional comments, remarks, and attitudes will result in dismissal from class. Disruptive activity during class will not be tolerated. Academic Integrity

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This course will adhere to the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Standards of Student Conduct, which can be found in the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Student Handbook. Please refer to this document for policies on cheating, plagiarism, academic dishonesty, abuse of academic materials, stealing, and lying.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABILITIES

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is committed to providing equal access to learning opportunities for students with documented disabilities. To ensure access to this class and your program, please contact the ADA Coordinator at 847.578.8354 or ada.coordinator@rosalindfranklin.edu to engage in a confidential conversation about the process for requesting accommodations in the classroom and clinical settings.

Accommodations are not provided retroactively. Students are encouraged to register with the ADA Coordinator as soon as they begin their program. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science encourages students to access all resources available. More information can be found on the Academic Support InSite page or by contacting the ADA Coordinator.

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P3 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Elective Objectives

Table of Contents

Upon completion of this introductory pharmacy practice elective experience, the student pharmacist will be able to meet the specific educational outcomes for each specific experience as outlined in the documents linked below and at the end of this syllabus starting on page 9.

Academia- page 9 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/academia.pdf

Administration, Academia- page 10 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/administration-academia.pdf

Administration, Community- page 11 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/administration-community.pdf

Administration, Health-Systems- page 12 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/administration-health-system.pdf

Ambulatory Care- page 13 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/ambulatory-care.pdf

Association Management- page 14 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/association-management.pdf

Compounding- page 15 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/compounding.pdf

Drug Information- page 16 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/drug-information.pdf

Emergency Department- page 17 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/emergency-department.pdf

Intensive Care Unit- page 18 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/intensive-care-unit.pdf

Infectious Disease- page 19 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/infectious-disease.pdf

International Medicine- page 20 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/international-medicine.pdf

Introduction to Residency Training- page 21 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/introduction-to-residency-

training.pdf

Oncology- page 22 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/oncology.pdf

Patient Safety Community- page 23 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/patient-safety-community.pdf

Patient Safety Health-Systems- page 24 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/patient-safety-health-systems.pdf

Pharmaceutical Industry- page 25 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/pharmaceutical-industry.pdf

Poison Center- page 26 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/poison-center.pdf

Research- page 27 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/research.pdf

Specialty Pharmacy- page 28 https://s3.amazonaws.com/rfums-bigtree/files/resources/specialty-pharmacy.pdf

Academia

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week.

Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks.

Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place at Rosalind Franklin University College of Pharmacy. Students will work with faculty and staff within the College to gain an understanding of academia and the processes by which education is delivered to student pharmacists.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the academia IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the accreditation process for new and established Doctor of Pharmacy programs. 2. Discuss how the ACPE accreditation standards and CAPE outcomes help shape the

pharmacy curriculum. 3. List the responsibilities of each department within the College. 4. Describe the various committees within both the College and University and the

responsibilities that faculty, staff, and students have with respect to these committees. 5. Explain the different methods used to deliver information and assess student learning. 6. Describe how teaching, service, and scholarship are assessed for faculty being considered

for hire and promotion.

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Administration (Academia)

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description This administration elective experience will take place at Rosalind Franklin University College of Pharmacy. Students will work with the Dean of the College. This elective will introduce students to the principles of leadership and strategies used by leaders in academic pharmacy. Active learning strategies and reading assignments will explore leadership styles and principles. There will be a series of short readings on management and leadership. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of this administration (academia) IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the ACPE accreditation process and the expectations of ACPE for academic pharmacy leaders 2. Discuss leadership styles and strategies. 3. Discuss the role of the Dean and Associate Deans in shaping the pharmacy curriculum and assessment strategies 4. Explain how budgets are created and managed. 5. Recognize how and why the Administration of the College creates policies and procedures. 6. Describe the relationship of the Dean and other Administrators within a Health Science University. 7. Discuss “how to put out fires before they start.”

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Administration (Community)

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will be carried out with individuals responsible for the administrative and managerial aspects of community pharmacy practice. Time will be spent in both community pharmacies and district, regional, or corporate offices.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the administration (community) IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the roles that pharmacists play in managing the business aspects of pharmacy practice.

2. Outline the organizational structure of the pharmacy organization.

3. Identify the overall staffing model for the pharmacy, including numbers of FTEs and PTEs.

4. Describe how pharmacy laws and regulations influence pharmacy operations.

5. Discuss how policies are developed and implemented, as well as how compliance with policies is

monitored.

6. Explain the processes and procedures for pharmacist recruitment, retention, and dismissal. 7. Review the pharmacy’s income and expense report and detail the process for managing a budget.

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Administration (Health-Systems)

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will be carried out with individuals responsible for the administrative and managerial aspects of pharmacy practice in a health-system setting. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of this administration (health-systems) IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the role of the pharmacy manager in a health-systems setting. 2. Outline the organizational structure of the health-system’s pharmacy department. 3. Identify the overall staffing model for the pharmacy, including numbers of FTEs and PTEs. 4. Describe how pharmacy laws and regulations influence pharmacy operations. 5. Review policies and procedures governing the distribution of medications. 6. Review the departmental income and expense report and detail the process for managing

a budget. 7. Explain the processes and procedures for pharmacist recruitment, retention, and dismissal. 8. Describe the quality initiatives led by the pharmacy department, including Joint

Commission. 9. Articulate the process for formulary management in the health-system.

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Ambulatory Care

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description The ambulatory care IPPE elective will take place in an ambulatory care clinic, which may be affiliated with a hospital or health-system, physician group practice, safety net clinic, or managed care facility. Students will be exposed to pharmacist provision of direct patient care in a multidisciplinary setting. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the ambulatory care IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Review a patient’s medical chart to identify and assess medication-related problems. 2. Be familiar with the SOAP notes and documentation used to communicate medication-

related problems in an ambulatory care setting. 3. Accurately assess and record a patient’s blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate. 4. Apply knowledge of study design and literature analysis and retrieval to provide accurate,

evidenced-based drug information to patients and health care providers. 5. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to counsel and

educate patients and/or caregivers on medication use, devices, self-management, and preventive care.

6. Provide and promote the importance of preventive health and wellness services in disease management and prevention (e.g., immunizations, tobacco cessation counseling) to optimize patient outcomes.

7. Describe how ambulatory care pharmacists are compensated for the patient care services they provide.

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Association Management

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week.

Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks.

Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective provides insight on the management and administrative functions of a professional pharmacy association. Students will be exposed to the various ways in which issues affecting pharmacy practice are communicated to pharmacists, health care professionals, and legislators. Students will also learn about the numerous opportunities that members of the association have to contribute to their profession.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the association management IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe how pharmacy associations manage their day-to-day operations. 2. Explain the benefits of belonging to a professional pharmacy association. 3. Discuss issues affecting pharmacy practice and how the association communicates such

issues to its members. 4. Describe the various ways in which the association and its members are involved with

legislative and lobbying efforts. 5. Discuss how colleges of pharmacy can work with associations to improve outreach to the

profession.

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Compounding Pharmacy

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week.

Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks.

Practice Setting and Description The compounding IPPE elective will take place in a community pharmacy setting. Students will be exposed to a variety of compounding practices, as well as quality and safety measures used when compounding medications.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the compounding IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Accurately evaluate, process, label, and dispense medications and devices pursuant to a

new prescription, prescription refill, or drug order in accordance with legal requirements. 2. Compound drug products using accurate calculations, pharmaceutical components, and

techniques. 3. Describe the roles of the FDA, USP, and Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB)

with respect to oversight of pharmacy compounding practices. 4. Determine appropriate storage and beyond-use dating of compounded and reconstituted

medications before and after dispensing. 5. Perform accurate pharmaceutical calculations, especially involved in the preparation of

compounded oral, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, or parenteral preparation. 6. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to counsel and

educate patients and/or caregivers on medication use, self-management and preventive care.

7. Demonstrate and/or describe proper administration technique for various drug delivery systems (e.g., inhalers, eye drops, etc.).

8. Describe the various ways pharmacies are compensated for compounding medications.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Drug Information Center

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week.

Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks.

Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place in drug information center, which is often affiliated with a health-system or university. Students will be exposed to the procedures followed when responding to a request for drug information.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the drug information center IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Assess the information needs of patients and health care providers. 2. Recognize and describe the type of content in commonly used primary, secondary, and

tertiary drug and medical information resources. 3. Apply knowledge of study design and literature analysis and retrieval to provide accurate,

evidenced-based drug information to patients and health care providers. 4. Collect and interpret accurate drug information from appropriate sources to make

informed, evidence-based decisions. 5. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to accurately

respond to drug information questions. 6. Describe how to document and track queries received by the drug information center.

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Pharmacy

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Emergency Department Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place in emergency department in a health-system. Students will be exposed to pharmacist provision of direct patient care in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced setting. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the emergency department IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the role of the pharmacist in the emergency department. 2. Be familiar with the pharmacist’s documentation used to communicate medication-related

problems in an emergency department setting. 3. Apply knowledge of study design and literature analysis and retrieval to provide accurate,

evidenced-based drug information to patients and health care providers. 4. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to counsel and

educate patients and/or caregivers on medication use, devices, self-management, and preventive care.

5. Identify and review medications commonly used in the emergency department setting including the following: crash carts, emergency room boxes, automated dispensing devices and ambulance stock.

6. Summarize the patient care provided to at least one patient seen in the emergency department.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Intensive Care Unit

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place in intensive care area in a health-system. Students will be exposed to the role of the pharmacist in an intensive care setting, including both clinical and distributive services. Students will gain an understanding of the specialized care provided to patients who are critically ill. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the intensive care IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the role of the pharmacist in the intensive care unit. 2. Be familiar with the pharmacist’s documentation used to communicate medication-related

problems in an intensive care unit setting. 3. Apply knowledge of study design and literature analysis and retrieval to provide accurate,

evidenced-based drug information to patients and health care providers. 4. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to communicate

with other health care providers involved with the care of critically ill patients. 5. Review and identify medications commonly used in the intensive care unit setting including

the following: crash carts and automated dispensing devices. 6. Attend rounds with the health care team and summarize the patient care provided to at

least one patient in intensive care unit setting.

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Pharmacy

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Infectious Disease

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place in a health-system and will focus on the care of patients with infectious disease. Students will be exposed to the role of the pharmacist and other health care professionals who specialize in the treatment of transmittable and communicable diseases. Students will gain an understanding of the care provided to hospitalized patients who are fighting infections. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the infectious disease IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the roles and responsibilities of an infectious disease pharmacist. 2. Be familiar with the pharmacist’s documentation used to communicate medication-related

problems pertaining to infectious disease. 3. Apply knowledge of study design and literature analysis and retrieval to provide accurate,

evidenced-based drug information to patients and health care providers. 4. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to communicate

with other health care providers involved with the care of infectious disease patients. 5. Review and identify medications commonly used in infectious disease, including

calculations and monitoring required when dosing the medications. 6. Cite the clinical practice guidelines routinely used when treating infectious diseases. 7. Attend rounds with the health care team and summarize the care provided for at least one

patient with infectious disease.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

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International Medicine

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description The international medicine (global health) IPPE elective will take place at Hope of Children and Women Victims of Violence (HOCW) and Zanta Clinic located in Ndejje Uganda. Students will prepare and deliver lesson plans on a health-related topic to a refugee population. Students will also provide patient care services at the nearby government-supported Zanta Clinic.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the International Medicine IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Identify cultural differences from their own with respect to the individual refugee’s and the

students’ perceptions of health and wellness.

2. Define their personal and professional goals in global healthcare.

3. Identify the roles of pharmacists, nurses, physicians, other health care workers, and teachers in

the education and health care of the population they serve.

4. Describe education and health care delivery in Uganda and compare it to the United States. 5. Demonstrate the application of new knowledge, skills, and attitudes that enhance their ability to provide competent and compassionate education and care that is culturally appropriate and necessary for the prevention and treatment of diseases and conditions common to the international setting of the elective.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Introduction to Residency Training

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description The introduction to residency training IPPE elective will take place in a defined area of pharmacy practice, which may include but is not limited to: community, health-system, or ambulatory care. The site may be affiliated with a hospital or health-system, physician group practice, safety net clinic, managed care facility, or college of pharmacy. Students will work directly with a pharmacy practice resident and will be exposed to the role of the resident on a health care team. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the introduction to residency training IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the process of preparing for residency interviews and selection. 2. Define the role of the pharmacy resident at the practice site. 3. Outline the list of rotation experiences the resident has throughout the year. 4. Discuss the career path to which the resident aspires following the residency experience. 5. Identify the challenges and opportunities of residency training.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

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Oncology

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place in either an inpatient or outpatient setting and will focus on the care of patients diagnosed with cancer. Students will be exposed to the role of the pharmacist and other health care professionals who specialize in the cancer treatment. Students will gain an understanding of the care provided to patients with cancer before, during, and after treatment.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the oncology IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the roles and responsibilities of an oncology pharmacist.

2. Be familiar with the pharmacist’s documentation used to communicate medication-related

problems pertaining to cancer treatment.

3. Apply knowledge of study design and literature analysis and retrieval to provide accurate,

evidenced-based drug information to patients and health care providers.

4. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to communicate with

other health care providers involved with the care of oncology patients.

5. Review and identify medications commonly used to treat the various types of cancer

6. Cite the clinical practice guidelines routinely used when treating cancer, including palliative care. 7. Summarize the care provided for at least one patient with cancer.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

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Patient Safety (Community)

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description The patient safety (community) IPPE elective will take place in a community pharmacy setting. Students will be exposed to initiatives, policies, and processes designed to improve patient safety and health outcomes. Students will have opportunities to assess quality pharmacy operations and safe medication use practices.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the patient safety (community) IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Solicit ideas to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity in the medication dispensing process.

2. Cite safety goals applicable to the site (e.g., ISMP, Pharmacy Quality Alliance measures, USP 795 and

797 standards).

3. Review procedures for medication error reporting and error prevention at the site.

4. Discuss the types of errors that may occur with electronic prescriptions.

5. Explain the process for safe, cost-effective disposal of expired medications, recalled medication, and

biohazard waste.

6. Review the most recent Board of Pharmacy inspection report and discuss recommendations for best

practices and preparing for inspections.

7. Describe strategies for assuring that staff members are qualified and competent (e.g., employment requirements, training, certification, etc.). 8. Recommend at least one change the pharmacy can make to enhance patient safety.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

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Patient Safety (Health-Systems)

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description The patient safety (health systems) IPPE elective will take place in a hospital or health-system setting. Students will be exposed to initiatives, policies, and processes designed to improve patient safety and health outcomes. Students will have opportunities to assess quality pharmacy operations and safe medication use practices

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the patient safety (health-systems) IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Solicit ideas to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity in the medication order process.

2. Cite safety goals applicable to the site (e.g., ISMP, USP 797, Joint Commission, National Patient

Safety Goals).

3. Review procedures for medication error reporting and error prevention at the site.

4. Discuss the types of errors that may occur with electronic medical orders.

5. Explain the process for safe, cost-effective disposal of expired medications, recalled medication,

and biohazard waste.

6. Review the pertinent quality inspection forms used by the pharmacy which may include unit

inspections, expiration date, clean room, temperature logs, etc.

7. Describe strategies for assuring that staff members are qualified and competent (e.g.,

employment requirements, training, certification, etc.).

8. Discuss accreditation pertinent to the site and CMS Pay for Performance (Core Measures). 9. Recommend at least one change the pharmacy can make to enhance patient safety.

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Pharmacy

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Pharmaceutical Industry

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week. Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks. Practice Setting and Description The pharmaceutical industry IPPE elective will be affiliated with a pharmaceutical company. Students will gain insight into pharmacist responsibilities in pharmaceutical industry. Activities observed may include research and development, manufacturing quality control, regulatory affairs, marketing, drug information, or product safety. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the industry IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the various roles of the pharmacist within pharmaceutical industry. 2. Discuss relevant regulations that govern pharmaceutical industry. 3. Outline one or more of the following:

a. Phases of research and development of new drugs (e.g., phase I and II testing). b. Process of manufacturing quality control. c. Importance and types of marketing strategies. d. Provision of drug information to healthcare professionals. e. Significance of post-marketing surveillance of product safety.

4. Describe the approach students or pharmacists should take if they wish to be involved with pharmaceutical industry.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Pharmacy

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Poison Control Center

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week.

Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks.

Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place in a poison control center, which is often affiliated with a health-system or university. Students will be exposed to the procedures followed when responding to a query about a poisoning issue. Poison prevention measures will also be addressed.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the poison center IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Rely on evidence-based medicine and supporting literature to guide the management of

poisonings. 2. Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of common poison management protocols. 3. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to counsel and

educate patients and caregivers regarding poison management. 4. Describe how to document and track queries received by the poison center. 5. Discuss the roles that poison centers play in community outreach and awareness.

Research

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week.

Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks.

Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place at Rosalind Franklin University College of Pharmacy. Students will work with faculty and staff within the College to gain an understanding of the research initiatives designed to impact pharmacy practice and patient care.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the research IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Explain the role that the Institutional Review Board plays in research design and conduct. 2. Describe the process by which research objectives are developed and how these define the

methodology. 3. Discuss the various types of research conducted by the College and how these may differ

across departments. 4. Describe the ways in which research results and outcomes are analyzed. 5. Compare and contrast the different methods used to communicate research methodology

and findings to others.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective

Specialty Pharmacy

Overview This practice experience will take place during the third professional year of the curriculum. It will satisfy 40 hours of the 300 hours allocated to IPPEs. Students will complete the 40 hours over the course of one week.

Elective Rotation Blocks Subject to preceptor availability, students will be scheduled for their elective rotations during one of four blocks. Two of these blocks take place during the two weeks prior to the start of the P3 year and the other two blocks occur during the intersession breaks.

Practice Setting and Description This IPPE elective will take place in specialty pharmacy, which is often affiliated with or located in a community pharmacy. Students will be exposed to the pharmacist’s role in managing complex medical conditions, as well as the advances in the specialized therapies used to treat patients in need of personalized care.

Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the specialty pharmacy IPPE elective, students will be able to: 1. Describe the medical conditions and therapies that are the focus of specialty pharmacy

practice. 2. Define the patient care activities that are specific to specialty pharmacy practice. 3. Be familiar with the documentation used to communicate medication-related problems in a

specialty pharmacy setting. 4. Apply knowledge of study design and literature analysis and retrieval to provide accurate,

evidenced-based drug information to patients and health care providers. 5. Use effective written, visual, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills to counsel and

educate patients and/or caregivers on the medications and therapies used in specialty pharmacy.

6. Describe how pharmacists and pharmacies dealing with specialty pharmaceuticals are compensated for the patient care services they provide.

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) Elective