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BP103T Practical Experiments & Viva Questions

Comprehensive practical laboratory experiments and frequently asked oral viva voce questions with model answers for Healthcare Psychology and Communication Skills (BP103T) following PCI 2026 academic standards.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Prescribed Laboratory Practical Experiments

Experiment 1

Role-Play: Patient Counseling for Chronic Hypertension

Objective: Conduct a structured 4-stage counseling session for a patient prescribed Amlodipine and Telmisartan.

Experiment 2

Demonstration & Patient Education: Inhaler & Spacer Technique

Objective: Demonstrate correct priming, breath coordination, and mouth rinsing for corticosteroid MDIs.

Experiment 3

SBAR Communication Simulation

Objective: Draft and present an SBAR communication to a prescribing physician regarding a potential drug-drug interaction.

Experiment 4

Assessment of Medication Adherence & Pill Organizer Setup

Objective: Design a 7-day medication organizer plan and counseling guide for a geriatric patient with polypharmacy.

High-Yield Oral Viva Voce Questions & Model Answers

V1

Why should pharmacists avoid medical jargon when counseling patients?

Model Viva Answer:

Jargon confuses patients, lowers health literacy comprehension, and directly increases the risk of medication dosage errors.

V2

What is the teach-back method in patient counseling?

Model Viva Answer:

The teach-back method asks the patient to explain in their own words how they will take their medicine, verifying their understanding.

V3

How does body language impact patient trust during counseling?

Model Viva Answer:

Open posture, eye contact, and empathetic nodding establish rapport, while crossed arms or looking away conveys disinterest.

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