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Clinical experience in student nurse training.
Nursing Practice (Edinburgh, Scotland)
|January 1, 1989
Summary
This study examines the clinical experience quantity and variety for student nurses in basic training. It analyzes 77 key training items across general nursing, responsibility, and interpersonal situations.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Clinical Practice
- Healthcare Training
Background:
- Assessing the scope of clinical responsibilities is crucial for effective nurse training.
- Understanding the breadth of student nurses' practical experience informs curriculum development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify and qualify the clinical responsibilities experienced by student nurses.
- To analyze the variety of clinical exposure across different training cohorts.
Main Methods:
- Evaluation of clinical responsibilities undertaken by three student nurse cohorts.
- Analysis of 77 key training items categorized into general nursing, responsibility, and interpersonal situations.
Main Results:
- Detailed findings on the range and quantity of clinical experiences are presented.
- The study categorizes and discusses specific nursing training items.
Conclusions:
- The study provides insights into the clinical experience of student nurses.
- Findings can guide improvements in nursing education and clinical placements.