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Educating for collaborative practice.

J Brickell1, F Huff, T Fraley

  • 1Department of Clinical Sciences, University of Kentucky Center for Rural Health, Hazard 41701, USA. jmbric@pop.uky.edu

Clinical Laboratory Science : Journal of the American Society for Medical Technology
|October 4, 1997
PubMed
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Clinical laboratory science graduates found a new course beneficial, enhancing their understanding of healthcare systems and teamwork. This interdisciplinary training improved their perspective beyond their specific roles.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Professions Education
  • Interdisciplinary Healthcare Studies
  • Collaborative Practice

Background:

  • Allied health professions students require training in collaborative practice within complex healthcare systems.
  • Understanding interdisciplinary teamwork is crucial for effective healthcare delivery.
  • Clinical laboratory science (CLS) graduates benefit from a broader perspective of healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a baccalaureate course designed to foster understanding of collaborative practice among interdisciplinary healthcare components.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of this course for CLS graduates through a survey.

Main Methods:

  • A college-wide course was implemented at the University of Kentucky for baccalaureate students.
  • The course focused on the linkages within the healthcare system and interdisciplinary team functioning.

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  • CLS graduates' perceptions of the course's benefits were assessed.

    • Main Results:

    • CLS graduates reported an expanded view of healthcare delivery, extending beyond their specific discipline.
    • Participants found the course improved their understanding of group processes and collaborative problem-solving.
    • The course successfully introduced techniques for functioning within interdisciplinary teams.

    Conclusions:

    • Integrating college-wide courses that offer a broad perspective on healthcare delivery and group dynamics can enhance CLS curricula.
    • Such courses are valuable for preparing students for interdisciplinary healthcare environments.
    • Curriculum development in allied health should consider interprofessional collaboration and system-level understanding.