Developing skills learning in obstetric nursing: approaches between theory and practice
Maria de Fátima Gomes Lima1, Alice Maria Correia Pequeno1, Dafne Paiva Rodrigues2
1Universidade Estadual do Ceará, Professional Master's in Health Education. Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|October 5, 2017
Summary
This study analyzed professional skill development in obstetric nursing graduate programs. Findings indicate a need for curricular revisions to bridge the gap between theory and practice for better student outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Obstetric Nursing
- Professional Skill Development
Background:
- Graduate-level obstetric nursing education aims to enhance professional competencies.
- Existing curricula may not fully align practical training with theoretical knowledge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the development of professional skills in an obstetric nursing graduate course.
- To identify challenges and propose improvements in obstetric nursing education.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research approach.
- Semi-structured interviews conducted with 11 obstetric nursing specialization students.
- Thematic analysis of collected data.
Main Results:
- The course contributes to strengthening and expanding obstetric nursing practice.
- A significant gap exists between course content and internship practice, posing challenges for students.
- Curricular revision is suggested to integrate active learning methodologies and resolve theory-practice disjunction.
Conclusions:
- Obstetric nursing graduates are key to transforming healthcare values and practices.
- Educational and health institutions require changes to ensure comprehensive and equitable patient care.
- Addressing the theory-practice gap is crucial for effective professional development in obstetric nursing.
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