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Significant attitude changes among residents associated with a pediatric nurse practitioner
Journal of Medical Education
|September 1, 1985
Summary
Pediatric residents developed more positive views of pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) after interacting with them during training. Early positive exposure cultivates favorable physician attitudes toward PNPs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Pediatrics
- Nursing Practice
Background:
- Physician attitudes toward advanced practice providers can influence team collaboration.
- Understanding the evolution of resident perceptions of pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) is crucial for optimizing interprofessional training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate changes in pediatric residents' attitudes toward pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) over a three-year residency period.
- To assess the impact of direct interaction with PNPs on resident perceptions of their role and capabilities.
Main Methods:
- A longitudinal study tracking pediatric residents' attitudes towards PNPs over three years.
- Assessing resident perceptions regarding PNP involvement in various aspects of child healthcare.
Main Results:
- Residents initially held uncertain attitudes but became favorable towards PNPs in well-child care, education, and follow-up.
- Significant attitude shifts occurred after the first year of interaction, expanding acceptance to minor illnesses and parental concerns.
- By the second year, residents viewed PNPs as accepted by patients and physicians, cost-effective, and deserving of an expanded role.
Conclusions:
- Favorable physician attitudes toward PNPs can be cultivated through early exposure and role modeling during residency.
- Continued positive interaction reinforces favorable opinions, supporting the integration of PNPs into pediatric care teams.