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1Nursing and Midwifery, RMIT University, Bundoora, VIC, Australia.
Contemporary Nurse
|March 15, 2013
Summary
Year 3 nursing students found that an Oncology and Palliative Care Course improved their practical skills. The course positively impacted their confidence and ability to provide palliative care effectively.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Palliative Care
- Oncology Nursing
Background:
- Undergraduate nursing curricula increasingly integrate specialized training in oncology and palliative care.
- Assessing the impact of specialized courses on student preparedness for complex care is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effect of a dedicated Oncology and Palliative Care Course on third-year undergraduate nursing students' practical palliative care skills.
- To determine if enhanced learning translates to improved clinical practice capacity.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of third-year undergraduate nursing students participated in the study.
- Students completed an Oncology and Palliative Care Course.
- Self-reported data on the impact of the course on clinical practice was collected.
Main Results:
- All participating students reported that the course significantly enhanced their ability to provide palliative care.
- The learning experience was perceived as beneficial for clinical application.
Conclusions:
- The specialized Oncology and Palliative Care Course positively influenced students' capacity to practice palliative care.
- Educational interventions in palliative care are effective in preparing future nurses for clinical challenges.
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