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Student nurses' attitudes towards people with learning disabilities

E Slevin

    British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
    |July 13, 1995
    PubMed
    Summary

    Student nurses in Project 2000 programs showed more positive attitudes toward individuals with learning disabilities. This was particularly true for those with direct placement experience with this population.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Education
    • Disability Studies
    • Healthcare Attitudes

    Background:

    • Understanding student nurses' attitudes is crucial for improving care for people with learning disabilities.
    • Traditional nursing education models may differ in their impact on attitudinal development compared to newer programs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the attitudes of student nurses from Project 2000 and traditional programs towards people with learning disabilities.
    • To identify factors influencing these attitudes, such as educational pathway and clinical experience.

    Main Methods:

    • A comparative study measuring attitudes among three student nurse groups.
    • Inclusion of two Project 2000 cohorts and one traditional nursing cohort.

    Main Results:

    • Project 2000 student nurses demonstrated significantly more positive attitudes.
    • Placement experience with individuals with learning disabilities correlated with more favorable attitudes in Project 2000 students.

    Conclusions:

    • Project 2000 nursing education may foster more positive attitudes towards people with learning disabilities.
    • Clinical placement experience is a key factor in shaping student nurses' attitudes and promoting inclusive care practices.

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