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Nursing practicum: empowering strategies.

J H Hawks1, C Hromek

  • 1Widener University, Chester, Pennsylvania.

Nursing Outlook
|September 1, 1992
PubMed
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Student practicum experiences foster independence, enhance clinical skills, and build confidence. This nursing education component integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, promoting self-motivation and decision-making abilities.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Clinical Practice
  • Professional Development

Background:

  • Student feedback highlights the significant impact of practicum experiences.
  • Practicum serves as a bridge between academic learning and real-world nursing scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize student perceptions of the practicum experience.
  • To identify key learning outcomes and skill development areas within the practicum.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of student self-reported experiences and feedback.
  • Thematic analysis of student narratives regarding independence, skill acquisition, and confidence.

Main Results:

  • Students report increased independence and confidence through guided clinical practice.
  • Practicum enhances self-motivation, decision-making skills, and integration of learned knowledge.
  • Personalized learning contracts contribute to skill development and confidence building.

Conclusions:

  • The nursing practicum is instrumental in fostering independent, confident, and skilled nursing professionals.
  • Guidance from faculty and preceptors is crucial for maximizing student growth during practicum.
  • The practicum experience effectively synthesizes didactic learning with practical nursing competencies.

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