Interprofessional peer-assisted learning for pharmacy and physical therapy students using inhalers and inhalation devices.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peer-assisted learning (PAL) is exchanging knowledge between learners often from similar professional levels. Limited evidence exists on the effectiveness of PAL between different healthcare professions. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the knowledge, confidence, and perception of students engaged in an interprofessional PAL activity with pharmacy students instructing physical therapy students on the proper technique, cleaning/storage and therapeutic knowledge on inhaler devices for treatment of pulmonary conditions.

Methods

Pharmacy and physical therapy students completed a survey before and immediately after the PAL activity. As instructors, pharmacy students rated their experience with inhalers, their confidence if they were to assist clients on the use

SUBMITTER: Jones CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10152630 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature