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Table 3 Consensus-based intended learning outcomes of the course

From: Using a mixed method to develop consensus-based aims, contents, intended learning outcomes, teaching, and evaluation methods for a course on epilepsy for postgraduate or continuing education in community health nursing programs

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Outcome

Round 1

Round 1

Median [Q1, Q3]

Median [Q1, Q3]

1

Describe the pathophysiological basis of epilepsy and seizures

5 [4, 7]

7 [6, 8]

2

Describe the different types of epilepsies and seizures associated with each type

6 [5, 7]

7 [6, 8]

3

Explain the mechanism of action of the different therapeutic options available to control seizures

8 [7, 8]

na

4

Evaluate alternative therapeutic options taking into consideration their potential efficacies and adverse effects

8 [7, 8]

na

5

Reflect on the importance of adherence to taking antiepileptic medications

8 [7, 9]

na

6

Recognize the different adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs

8 [7, 9]

na

7

Discuss how to optimize therapy and minimize the incidence of adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs

8 [7, 8]

na

8

Recognize drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-herbal interactions relevant to antiepileptic drugs

7 [6, 8]

na

9

Reflect on the impact of epilepsy and seizures on the various aspects of social life of the patients

6 [4, 7]

7 [5, 7]

10

Design and evaluate personalized care plans for individual patients with epilepsy

6 [4, 8]

7 [5, 7]

11

Assess eligibility of patients with epilepsy for social and economic support

5 [4, 8]

7 [5, 7]

12

Design and evaluate personalized educational materials for individual patients with epilepsy

6 [4, 7]

7 [5, 7]

13

Discuss the importance of keeping a record of seizures to document their frequency, time of occurrence, and potential triggers for each individual patient

5 [4, 8]

7 [5, 7]

14

Demonstrate general safety procedures and first aid for patients while experiencing seizures

7 [6, 8]

na

15

Reflect on the importance of managing comorbidities like anxiety and depression on the mental health of patients with epilepsy

6 [4, 7]

7 [5, 7]

16

Demonstrate assessment methods for injuries and trauma that could be associated with seizures

8 [7, 8]

na

  1. Q1 Lower quartile, Q3 Upper quartile, na Not applicable