Table 1 Learning content of the course modules
Course module | Learning content |
|---|---|
Preparation lecture (1.5 h) | Definition of medication therapy management and drug therapy review Tools for a drug therapy review - SOAP (subjective and objective patient data, assessment: identification of drug-related problems, plan: handling of drug-related problems) - Medication Appropriateness Index [26] Example of a drug therapy review (presentation) Introduction to the psychiatric ward |
Preparation seminar (1.5 h) | Communication with (psychiatric) patients Pharmaceutical problems on psychiatric wards Drug therapy review performed in small student groups (paper case) |
Ward-based placement – Day 1 (4 h) | Drug therapy review on the ward including taking a drug history - Gathering and assessing relevant pharmaceutical information - Performing a patient interview - Identification and handling of drug-related problems including communication with the responsible prescriber |
Ward-based placement – Day 2 (4 h) | Counselling of a psychiatric patient regarding drug therapy, including - Important counselling topics, e.g., adherence - Individualization and prioritization of content |