Journal of the American Pharmacists Association : JAPhA
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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003) · Mar 2019
Multicenter StudyPatient perceptions of student pharmacist-run mobile influenza vaccination clinics.
To assess patients' perceptions of student pharmacist-run mobile influenza immunization clinics, including satisfaction, comfort, comparison to other experiences, and the views of pharmacists as immunizers. ⋯ Patients were very satisfied with influenza vaccinations provided by student pharmacists in mobile clinics. The experience appeared to positively affect participants' views of pharmacists as vaccine providers. Proper training, education, and skill development of student pharmacists are essential for ensuring patient safety and for obtaining and maintaining the trust of the patient and health care community.