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Community-based pediatric experiences: education for the future

M T Lieber1

  • 1School of Nursing, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858, USA.

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|April 1, 1997
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Nontraditional pediatric clinical experiences are vital for preparing nursing students for managed care practice. These innovative approaches, including home visits and school settings, enhance student readiness for diverse healthcare environments.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Managed Care

Background:

  • Managed care necessitates that nursing students gain experience beyond traditional hospital settings.
  • Baccalaureate nursing programs must adapt curricula to prepare students for diverse pediatric healthcare environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe innovative pediatric clinical learning experiences for baccalaureate nursing students.
  • To illustrate methods for preparing nursing students for practice in non-traditional settings.

Main Methods:

  • Home visits with families of ill children.
  • Clinical experiences in elementary school settings.
  • Special Olympics physical examinations and a drug store assignment.

Main Results:

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  • These varied experiences provide exposure to real-world pediatric healthcare challenges.
  • Students gain practical skills applicable to community and ambulatory pediatric care.

Conclusions:

  • Nontraditional clinical experiences are essential for developing competent pediatric nurses.
  • Curriculum innovation is key to preparing nursing students for the complexities of modern healthcare.