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ERIC Number: EJ1285071
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 4
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0744-8481
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Educating International Students about Medication Access and Usage in the US: A Pilot Project
Shen, Brenda; Kim, Helen; Pekny, Chelsea; Rodis, Jennifer L.
Journal of American College Health, v68 n8 p927-930 2020
Objective: To (1) describe an educational program for international students about medication access and use, (2) assess perspectives on the session Participants: A College of Pharmacy and Office of International Affairs at a large, public university presented on the U.S. pharmacy system during biannual international student orientation. Methods: During seven, 20-minute presentations, a facilitator discussed the role of pharmacists, defined terms, and reviewed processes. Anonymous, voluntary post-presentation surveys were analyzed to identify common themes. Results: An 86% response rate was achieved (n = 1496). Majority of students (98%) found this workshop helpful; a majority felt comfortable filling a prescription (96%) or asking the pharmacist a question (97%). More than 95% understood key terms. Common themes included health insurance and cost. Conclusions: This educational model equipped international students with knowledge to navigate the U.S. medication use system. Other universities may apply the program to prepare international visitors to access and safely use medications.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Ohio
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