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Students and international nursing shock.

Emily Jenkins1, Lynda G Balneaves, Alysha Lust

  • 1School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver.

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International nursing shock can be reduced for students through targeted strategies. This research offers insights for improving international health-care experiences (IHCEs) for nursing students and educators.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Global Health
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Baccalaureate nursing students participate in international health-care experiences (IHCEs).
  • Understanding student transitions and engagement in IHCEs is crucial.
  • International nursing shock is a significant challenge faced by students.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore how baccalaureate nursing students engage in and transition through IHCEs.
  • To identify strategies for minimizing international nursing shock.
  • To enhance the quality of IHCEs for students and faculty.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative, interpretative research design.
  • In-depth, semi-structured interviews.
  • 12 former nursing students as participants.

Main Results:

  • International nursing shock emerged as a key theme in student narratives.
  • Various student- and educator-focused strategies can minimize international nursing shock.
  • Participants shared experiences of cultural and clinical adaptation.

Conclusions:

  • International nursing shock is a manageable phenomenon.
  • Proactive strategies can improve the IHCE transition for nursing students.
  • Findings can inform curriculum development and faculty support for IHCEs.