Influencing Exercise and Hydration Self-Care Practices of Baccalaureate Nursing Students

2018 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 140-147
Author(s):  
Colleen M. Nevins ◽  
Jacqueline Sherman ◽  
Keri Canchola ◽  
Kalie Ihrig ◽  
Brooklyn Steinfeld ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing Students ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Intervention Period ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Care Practices

Purpose: Health promotion is often neglected by students during their nursing education, yet research indicates that self-care practices can significantly reduce compassion fatigue and burnout. An intervention study investigated strategies to increase exercise and hydration in baccalaureate nursing students. Method: Using a convenience sample ( n = 73), data were collected through pre- and postsurveys of nursing students participating in an 8-week period that focused on strategies to increase walking and drinking water. Findings: Several significant trends emerged from the study participants ( n = 21). Younger (18-25 years) students perceived their health status as excellent to good, while older (26-50+ years) students viewed their health status as fair to poor. Although no significant difference in exercise occurred between pre- and postsurvey, a trend of an increase in frequency was noted. A dramatic increase of nearly 16 ounces in water consumption was reported on both clinical ( p = .032) and nonclinical ( p = .028) days. The findings are supported by Pender’s health promotion model concept of self-efficacy. Conclusion: The frequency of exercise and amount of hydration increased during the 8-week intervention period. Despite a small sample size and short intervention period, results merit further research on the positive influences of self-care practices in nursing students.

scholarly journals Online Learning Modules and Nursing Students' Knowledge of Tuberculosis

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monica Kunkel
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing Students ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Learning Modules ◽  
Nurse Research ◽  
Significant Difference

Tuberculosis is identified as a major global health issue. Recommendations for increased training for health professionals from both the Institute of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health have been outlined. Nursing curriculum tools developed by the National Tuberculosis Consortium and presented through online learning modules were utilized in an experimental study of baccalaureate nursing students. Knowles’ Theory of Adult Learning provided the theoretical framework for the study. The test scores on a thirty question multiple-choice exam of students who participated in the intervention are compared to those of students who only participated in the regular course content. Although the mean raw score on the exam was higher for the experimental than the control group, the small number of participants that completed the study prevented the results from being analyzed to determine if there was a statistically significant difference between the two groups. Limitations of the study included the small sample size, inexperience of the investigator in designing and conducting an experimental study, the amount of extra time involved for students in the intervention group, and the lack of ability to correlate demographic information to individual results. Implications for nurses prepared to practice at the master’s level include the need for further research to explore effective teaching methods for baccalaureate nursing students; involvement in policy development related to tuberculosis knowledge and screening, especially of health care workers; and a recommendation for a continued commitment to encourage nurse research on educating future nurses on complex heath care topics such as tuberculosis.

Implications for Palliative Care Nursing Education

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 86-90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kim Kuebler
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing Students ◽  
Objective Test ◽  
Perceived Knowledge ◽  
Nursing Role ◽  
Entry Level ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Knowledge Survey

The purpose of this project was to compare baccalaureate nursing students’ self-perceived knowledge with objective test knowledge in the management of chronic diseases and their associated symptoms. Methodology included two regional nursing programs that have participated in this project (Southeastern [SE] and the Northeastern [NE] United States). Senior baccalaureate nursing students in their last semester were targeted and represent the entry level into the professional nursing role. Participants completed a self-rated knowledge survey and then completed a 45-item multiple choice objective knowledge examination on disease pathophysiology and symptom management. The results showed a weak correlation in the SE cohort between self-perceived knowledge and objective-tested knowledge. The NE cohort had a negative correlation between self-perceived knowledge and the objective test measurement. There was no statistically significant difference in the objective testing between cohorts. Both cohorts scored a mean of less than 50% on the objective examination.

Assessing baccalaureate nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes of social determinants of health after a health equity simulation

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Quyen Phan ◽  
Naomi Johnson ◽  
JoAnna Hillman ◽  
Daniel Geller ◽  
Laura P. Kimble ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Social Determinants Of Health ◽  
Health Equity ◽  
Social Determinants ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing Students ◽  
Determinants Of Health ◽  
Marginalized Populations ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
The Impact

AbstractObjectiveFor nursing students, competency in population health management involves acquiring knowledge and forming attitudes about the impact of the social determinants of health (SDoH) on health equity. The purpose of this pilot study was to assess nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes about the SDoH and health equity following a focused simulation activity.MethodBaccalaureate nursing students (N=182) participated in a ninety-minute health equity simulation and a post-simulation debrief. Forty-four students (23%) completed a 19-item post-simulation survey.ResultsSixty-four percent of participants reported positive attitude change in working with marginalized populations caused by the SDoH, and 89% reported being knowledgeable about the role of the registered nurse in addressing health equity. Seventy-five percent reported enhanced knowledge of the SDoH through the health equity simulation.ConclusionUsing health equity simulation may be effective in enhancing students’ knowledge, as well as their attitudes in caring for the health of marginalized populations by addressing the SDoH.

Breastfeeding Experiences of Baccalaureate Nursing Students: A Qualitative Study

2020 ◽  
pp. 089033442097998
Author(s):  
Cheryl Langford ◽  
Marcella Gowan ◽  
Monica Haj
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing ◽  
Community Support ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing Students ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background Students returning to school who are breastfeeding face unique challenges. There is limited literature on breastfeeding university students. Several researchers have studied breastfeeding employees in the workplace. Institutions of higher education closely mimic the employment environment. Breastfeeding college students who express their milk while at school share similar challenges to employed mothers. A baccalaureate nursing program is rigorous and little is known about the challenges facing breastfeeding student nurses returning to classes. Research aim To explore the breastfeeding experience of baccalaureate nursing students. Methods Our study was a cross-sectional descriptive qualitative design. Purposive sampling was used to enroll participants ( N = 12). In depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted. Qualitative thematic analysis was used to analyze the data both manually and using Dedoose QDA software. Results An overarching theme of pervasive conflict between the role of the breastfeeding mother and the role of the student nurse surfaced. Three interrelated organizing themes also emerged; challenging, vulnerability, and resilience. Time constraints, self-care versus role demands, and structural accommodations contributed to the challenges. Only one participant indicated a knowledge of her breastfeeding rights. All of the participants expressed gratitude for faculty and community support, regardless of conflicts. Conclusion Breastfeeding participants were both vulnerable and resilient. Faculty may improve experiences through providing specific areas of support. A breastfeeding support policy outlining student rights and faculty responsibilities is needed to educate, guide, and enforce protections. Health care providers may enhance breastfeeding students’ experiences through anticipatory guidance, education, and continued support.

Development of a clinical evaluation tool for baccalaureate nursing students

2008 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frances Fothergill Bourbonnais ◽  
Stephanie Langford ◽  
Laura Giannantonio
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Clinical Evaluation ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing ◽  
Baccalaureate Nursing Students ◽  
Evaluation Tool
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