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Defining the cultural milieu for implementing faculty practice in Pakistan
Michele J Upvall1, Zeenatkhanu Kanji, Salma Jaffer
1BScN Programme, School of Nursing, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan. michele.upvall@aku.edu
International Journal of Nursing Practice
|October 23, 2002
Summary
Implementing faculty practice in Pakistan requires a culturally adapted model. Addressing hierarchical structures is crucial for successful integration of nursing education and service partnerships.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Management
- International Nursing
Background:
- Faculty practice models foster beneficial partnerships between nursing education and service.
- Limited understanding exists regarding faculty practice implementation in developing nations.
- Exploring faculty practice potential in Karachi, Pakistan, is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the feasibility of introducing faculty practice in Karachi, Pakistan.
- To understand the cultural context influencing faculty practice adoption.
- To identify barriers and facilitators for faculty practice implementation.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing focus groups.
- Involved nursing faculty, staff, and students.
- Data collected from government, semi-government, and private institutions.
Main Results:
- A need for a comprehensive definition of faculty practice was identified.
- Cultural hierarchy emerged as a significant barrier.
- Existing structures require adaptation for successful implementation.
Conclusions:
- A culturally sensitive definition and model for faculty practice are necessary for Pakistan.
- Addressing hierarchical cultural norms is a prerequisite for implementation.
- Further research is needed to develop a culturally acceptable faculty practice model.