Vier didaktische Bemerkungen zu Peter Eisenberg und Nanna Fuhrhop in ZS 26 (2007), 15-41: Schulorthographie und Graphematik

Da die folgende Replik auf einen in der Jubiläumsnummer der Zeitschrift für Sprachwissenschaft (26) erschienen Artikel eine Verbesserung des Gespräches zwischen Fachdidaktik und Graphematik anstrebt, hat sich die Redaktion für deren Veröffentlichung entschieden. Die beiden in der Replik angesprochenen Autoren Peter Eisenberg und Nanna Fuhrhop haben auf die Möglichkeit zu einer kurzen Stellungnahme verzichtet

Indirect Spectrophotometric Detection by Reversed-Phase Liquid Chromatography. Application in Drug Analysis

By inclusion of a high U.V. or visible-absorbing component to the mobile phase of a RP-HPLC system, it is possible, after they were separated by chromatography, to detect indirectly and to quantify analytes which do not themselves absorb at the detection wavelength. The principles of this "indirect detection", as well as the parameters which can influence it were studied, and the method was applied to the qualitative and quantitative determination of a lot of compounds used as active substances or as technological adjuvants in drugs

Non-virtual simulation training and patient simulation existing for pharmacy students: A scoping review

peer reviewedBackground: Simulation training enhances non-technical skills and patient safety in pharmacy education, fostering healthcare knowledge and interprofessional collaboration. These training programmes are crucial for instructing pharmacy students in establishing therapeutic and interprofessional relationships with patients and healthcare providers. The objective of this scoping review was to examine not only the simulation training activities currently available to pharmacy students but also their effectiveness and then to identify areas in non-technical skills that still need to be taught. Methods: A scoping review focused on “simulation training” and “pharmacy students” was conducted, excluding virtual simulation. Initial searches in Scopus, MEDLINE and ERIC were performed on June 6, 2020, with a follow-up on February 25, 2022. Both English and French articles were considered, guided by PRISMA-ScR. Results: From 812 initial papers, 140 met inclusion criteria, revealing two simulation modalities: simulated patient and hybrid. Hybrid modality facilitated interprofessional simulation. Simulation training in patient communication, medication counselling and interprofessional education was seen to have the most impact on students. Conclusion: Simulation training was found to be an efficient method of teaching non-technical skills such as communication, medication counselling and interprofessional collaboration for patient-centred care and interprofessional exchanges in pharmacy education programmes.3. Good health and well-bein

VET&PHARM pilot project: A case study focusing on the perceived value of a pilot seminar on interprofessional communication for students in Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine in the rational delivery of drugs for veterinary use

Antibiotic resistance has gained attention, prompting changes in prescribing practices in human and veterinary medicine. However, this hasn't extended to over-the-counter drugs like antiparasitic medications. The current public health landscape emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches in healthcare. Strengthening community pharmacists' proficiency in veterinary pharmacotherapy is crucial, especially in addressing antiparasitic resistance and environmental impact. The VET&PHARM pilot project aimed to evaluate the perceived value of an interdisciplinary healthcare simulation in education, involving pharmacy and veterinary students. Methods: This study assessed the perceived value of an interdisciplinary healthcare simulation focusing on rational pharmacy-based veterinary drug dispensing. Students engaged in role-playing, simulating the rational delivery of veterinary medications at an educational pharmacy counter. Scenarios included a pharmacist receiving a veterinary drug request from a pet owner. Unable to fulfill it without consulting a veterinarian, a telemedicine sequence ensued between the pharmacist and the vet. Debriefings emphasized professionals' actions and their impact on patient and animal care. The activity, with 40 student volunteers, featured two VET&PHARM sessions in May 2022. Post-activity, an online questionnaire assessed perceived value for both pharmacy and veterinary students. Results: With an 82.5% response rate, post-intervention questionnaires highlighted the educational interest of the pilot seminar. Students reported improved collaboration and confidence in providing veterinary medicine services and counseling. Discussion and Conclusion: Beyond developing communication and collaboration skills, students exceeded expectations, embracing the One Health vision. This initiative addresses the urgent need for improved rational dispensing practices in veterinary medicines, contributing to the overarching goal of enhancing healthcare delivery in pharmacy.15. Life on lan

Development and evaluation of a simulation-based vaccination training course targeting vaccine hesitancy for pharmacy students

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The storage conditions of drugs

One of the pharmacist's main responsibilities is to guarantee the quality of the products he dispenses. This quality strongly depends on the conditions under which these products are stored, and it is only assured for a specified period, called shelf-life. The pharmacist must master these two parameters (shelf-life and storage conditions) and, if necessary, convince his patients about their importance. The purpose of this conference is to explain how the validity of a drug is determined, what factors may cause its instability, how it manifests itself, and how it can be prevented. It will also consider the case of drugs that must be prepared extemporaneously. Finally, it will specifically address the conservation of drugs in pharmacy, especially when they require well controlled storage conditions

Meeting 21st century challenges in Grade 6 Mathematics education

With South Africa being ranked among the lowest of the countries participating in consecutive PIRLS studies, South African mathematics teachers are left frustrated and demotivated in their failed attempts to sufficiently improve the learning quality in mathematics education. As a teacher in Grade 6 mathematics education, I share the experiences of my colleagues in several domains, which includes the learners’ relatively poor general mathematics performance and also a serious decline in their general moral behaviour (i.e., disrespect towards others and their teachers). This study has been designed to improve the quality of my own Grade 6 mathematics professional education practice. The questions that I have explored in this study is how the Grade 6 CAPS curriculum is instrumental in enhancing the mathematics learning quality, the challenging demands of the 21st century that Grade 6 learners will have to resolve and how I can improve the quality of my Grade 6 mathematics education practice. The study follows an interpretive qualitative action research approach that focuses on the teacher confronting learners with 21st century real life challenges, which they need to resolve themselves through the professional practice of facilitating learning in an authentic and holistic way. This is where the “Five minds for the future” (disciplined, synthesising, creating, respectful, ethical) (Gardner, 2008) and the factors responsible for the integrity of all inseperable constituents of human individuality, i.e. “body, mind, soul and spirit, are simultaneously activated” (Dimitrov & Korotkich, 2002, p 42). The Professional practice of facilitating learning, with its purpose of initiating and maintaining learning as well as ensuring the highest possible quality of learning outcome, proved to be much more challenging than anticipated. The action research approach, though, allowed for its practical implementation and becoming increasingly familiar with its demands. Within the limited experience of this study, my restricted - attempts at executing the particular, purposeful, facilitating of learning functions had my learners much more engaged in the educational event of venturing into resolving the real life challenges themselves. Although I might not have fully taken advantage of them, the opportunities for strengthening the moral foundation of education is inevitably integrated in the professional practice of facilitating learning – that which I am now in pursuit of.Dissertation (MEd)--University of Pretoria, 2019.TM2019Humanities EducationMEdUnrestricte

Good Pharmaceutical Practices in Belgian Primary Care Pharmacies

Since 2009, good pharmaceutical practices in Belgian primary care pharmacies have been codified. A review of the requirements that fall under these good practices is proposed, particularly with regard to the pharmacy staff and their training, equipment, supply, compounded drugs and care. The presentation focuses particularly on the new provisions that improve the pharmaceutical care provided to patients and its follow-up (shared pharmaceutical dossier, reference pharmacist, electronic prescriptions, continuing education, etc.) It also proposes different ways to teach good pharmacist practices to students