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Karine Bilodeau1, Pegah Torabi2, Charlotte Gélinas-Gagné3
1Faculty of Nursing, University of Montreal, PO Box 6128, Station Centre-ville, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 3J7, Canada ; Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital Research Center, 5415 Assomption Blvd, Montreal, Quebec, H1T 2M4, Canada, ORCid: http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0705-3426, karine.bilodeau.2@umontreal.ca.
Background:
The global incidence of cancer in young adults aged 18 to 39 has risen significantly, presenting unique challenges that permeate many aspects of their lives, from education to careers and finances. Despite expressing a desire for psychological support, many young adults are reluctant to share their concerns with nurses. As a result, these young adults may feel that their unique experience is not properly acknowledged and that their complex needs are not satisfied.
Objectives:
This project aims to share the experience of developing an e-learning training for continuous nursing education, focusing on enhancing nurses' awareness, knowledge, and support for young adults with hematological cancer through a collaborative approach.
Methods:
Utilizing verbatim data from co-design workshops, literature reviews, and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC) podcasts and resources, a multidisciplinary team developed three modules on understanding young adults, exploring psychosocial challenges, and providing effective support. Pedagogical approaches, inspired by Adult Learning Theory, were combined for a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
Findings:
The collaborative e-learning initiative provides a tailored educational experience for nurses that addresses young adults' unique needs and challenges. The program's innovation consists of collaboration with patient-partners and community organizations to design, develop and evaluate its content and its structure. The preliminary evaluation highlights the program's strong potential to enhance nurses' awareness in addressing the unique psychosocial needs of young adults.
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