Implementation of self-care scenario simulations in a skills-based first year doctor of pharmacy course for student application of the Pharmacists' Patient Care Process.

Background And Purpose: The objective of this project was to assess the impact of self-care scenario simulations on first year doctor of pharmacy student performance and self-perceived confidence in applying the Pharmacists' Patient Care Process (PPCP) during self-care encounters.

Educational Activity And Settings: Self-care scenarios were developed and used during low fidelity simulations in laboratory sessions in a skills-based course. Students met individually with faculty facilitators role-playing patients to apply the PPCP in four simulations.