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Why NAPLEX Scores are Low & How to Reverse the Trend
Over the past decade, NAPLEX pass rates have dropped — sparking concern across pharmacy education. But what’s really driving this decline?
In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti breaks down the data behind NAPLEX performance trends, exploring factors such as the rapid growth of pharmacy schools, shifts in applicant pools, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on learning and assessment.
Drawing from decades of experience as a pharmacist, physician, and nurse, Dr. Busti helps listeners understand how these changes have shaped the profession — and what students can do to overcome them…
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