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E Ädel1, A Löfmark1, Y Pålsson2
1Faculty of Health and Occupational Studies, Department of Health and Caring Sciences, University of Gävle, Kungsbäcksvägen 47, 801 76 Gävle, Sweden.
Nurse Education in Practice
|August 13, 2021
Summary
Peer-learning in nursing education offers health benefits like increased confidence and support, though some stressful challenges exist. Mutual support among nursing students is vital for well-being during clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Promotion
- Peer Learning Dynamics
Background:
- Peer learning is a valuable strategy in nursing clinical practice education.
- Reported benefits include enhanced cooperation and self-confidence, considered health-promoting.
- Understanding the interplay between peer learning and student health is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the health-promoting and health-impeding aspects of peer learning.
- To examine nursing students' experiences of learning together as peers.
- To investigate the interaction between peer learning and student health.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative descriptive approach.
- Semi-structured, one-on-one interviews with thirteen first-year nursing students.
- Qualitative content analysis of interview data.
Main Results:
- Pair work was predominantly positive, with peers experiencing basic support.
- Students reported negative experiences that hindered development and tested patience.
- Mutual support was a key factor in mitigating negative aspects.
Conclusions:
- Peer learning in clinical supervision has significant health-promoting elements.
- Students reported feelings of safety, support, increased self-confidence, and participation.
- While challenges like stress and irritation were noted, mutual peer support was a vital health-promoting factor.
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