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Educating to sexuality care: the nurse educator's experience in a multicenter study
Cinzia Gradellini1,2, Daniela Mecugni1, Elena Castagnaro3
1Reggio Emilia Nursing Course, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy.
Sexuality education is crucial in nursing training. Professors generally feel comfortable teaching it, but barriers like student knowledge and cultural issues need addressing for effective implementation.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Sexuality Studies
- Pedagogy
Background:
- Sexuality is an intrinsic aspect of human life.
- Sexuality education occurs informally and formally.
- Formal sexuality education is a pedagogical practice recognized for social transformation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To understand nursing professors' perceptions of sexuality education in professional training.
- To identify professors' attitudes towards sexual education.
- To pinpoint barriers in sexuality education.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative methodology employed.
- Exploratory and descriptive study design.
- Data gathered through semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- Professors deem sexuality education vital in nursing curricula.
- Most professors are comfortable teaching sexuality topics.
- Barriers include student factors, religious/cultural issues, time constraints, and professional aspects.
Conclusions:
- Sexuality education is a fundamental component of nursing.
- Further research is needed to overcome existing barriers in sexuality education delivery.
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