A training intervention to enhance self-management support competencies among nurses: A non-randomized trial with...

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Professional Development
• Self-Management Support Training

Background:

• Nurses require enhanced competencies to effectively support patients in self-management.
• Self-Determination Theory provides a framework for understanding motivation in healthcare interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the process and outcomes of the INTENSS training intervention.
• To enhance nurses' competencies for self-management support using Self-Determination Theory.

Main Methods:

• A non-randomized intervention study with a mixed-methods evaluation approach (2019-2020).
• Multifaceted training with basic and video-interaction guidance modules.
• Effectiveness measured by attitude, motivation, self-efficacy, and skills via self-reports and observations.

Main Results:

• Trainees found video-interaction, group connectivity, and feedback helpful for skill acquisition.
• Significant improvements were noted in competencies for assessing, agreeing, arranging, and partnership skills.
• Video-trained participants reduced controlling approaches; observations showed predominantly autonomy-supportive behaviors.

Conclusions:

• The INTENSS training improved nurses' skills in collaborative goal setting and patient partnership.
• Transferable principles for implementing training among nurses and other healthcare professionals were identified.
• Involving patient experts and fostering a safe learning climate enhances training effectiveness.