Pharmacology of Sedating and Anesthetic Agents: A Case-Based Flipped Classroom Exercise for Preclinical Medical Students
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Introduction: Sedating and anesthetic drugs are widely used in clinical practice; however, relevant teaching remains underrepresented in undergraduate medical education. We developed a 2-hour flipped classroom activity integrating foundational science topics, evidence-based medicine, and clinical reasoning on anesthetic pharmacology for preclinical medical students. Methods: Presession, second-year medical students reviewed a study guide and completed a readiness assessment. The flipped classroom session was facilitated in a large-group format with learners in small groups. At session end, students completed a consolidation quiz. Two case-relevant questions were included on the midterm and one on the final exam. Student satisfaction was assessed through an anonymous postsession survey. Results: ). Conclusion: We developed a flipped classroom session teaching pharmacology of sedating and anesthetic drugs for preclinical medical students. Students performed well on pre- and postsession assessments and above the national mean on National Board of Medical Examiners questions, suggesting adequate knowledge acquisition. This session was found to be a highly satisfactory and effective teaching tool requiring students to integrate foundational and clinical science knowledge.
Source: MedEdPORTAL
Authors: Daniella Nunez, Richard I. Suarez, Melanie Molina, Gagani Athauda, Rebecca L. Toonkel, Jenny Fortun, Nicholas V. Mendez
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404128619