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Meen Hye Lee1, Carolyn W Jones2, Patricia White2
1Department of Nursing, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangwon-do, South Korea.
Journal of Interprofessional Care
|April 11, 2022
Summary
Health professional students gained improved skills in caring for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities through an interprofessional practice education program. This program fostered culturally sensitive, family-centered care and increased awareness of unique needs.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
- Interprofessional Practice
Background:
- Health professional students often lack adequate knowledge and expertise when working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities (ND) and their families.
- There is a need for specialized Interprofessional Practice Education (IPE) programs to enhance the care provided to this population.
- Existing curricula may not sufficiently prepare students for the complexities of ND care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development and implementation of an IPE program focused on neurodevelopmental disabilities for health professional students.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the IPE program in developing student competencies and increasing awareness related to ND care.
- To assess the impact of applied learning and community engagement on student preparedness.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a specialized IPE program at a U.S. state university.
- Focus on applied learning and community engagement strategies.
- Assessment of student competencies and awareness through program evaluation.
Main Results:
- The IPE program significantly enhanced health professional students' perceived competencies in identifying and caring for individuals with ND.
- Students reported increased ability to provide culturally sensitive and family-centered care.
- The experience promoted personal and professional growth and heightened awareness of the specific needs of individuals with ND and their families.
Conclusions:
- IPE programs focusing on neurodevelopmental disabilities are effective in building essential competencies for health professional students.
- Applied learning and community engagement are crucial components for successful IPE in this specialized area.
- Enhanced student knowledge and sensitivity improve the quality of care for individuals with ND and their families.
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