scholarly journals Nursing Student Perceptions and Attitudes Toward Patients With Cancer After Education and Mentoring: Integrative Review

JMIR Cancer ◽  
10.2196/27854 ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. e27854
Author(s):  
Margot Lisa Hedenstrom ◽  
Sweta Sneha ◽  
Anusha Nalla ◽  
Barbara Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Cancer Care ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Student Attitudes ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Patients With Cancer ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
The Impact

Background Knowledge about nursing student attitudes toward patients with cancer after an educational intervention and mentoring support is limited. This review examined the literature on this topic. Objective This integrative review aims to explore the literature on the experiences of students who participate in an oncology elective or educational course on cancer and their attitudes toward cancer. Methods A comprehensive search was conducted using PubMed, CINAHL, and MEDLINE databases. Each study was systematically assessed. An evidence table was completed to identify the key aspects of each study that was reviewed. Results There is insufficient information on the impact of nursing student education on the attitudes and skills of nursing students caring for patients with cancer. An integrative review was completed on the impact of education and mentoring for nursing students on cancer care, which yielded 10 studies that were reviewed. These studies indicate that educational intervention and mentoring improve the confidence and ability of nursing students to care for patients with cancer. Conclusions Student nurses need to be armed with knowledge, skills, and positive attitudes while caring for patients with cancer. Nursing students perform best when they have accurate information, positive role models, and mentoring by experienced oncology professionals, to support proficiency in caring for patients with cancer. The lack of knowledge of nursing students in the areas of cancer care, treatment, and patient support requires additional education and research to promote expertise and positive attitudes toward cancer and treating patients with cancer. This will support nursing students’ ability to care for patients with cancer as well as develop future educational interventions to shape nursing student attitude and knowledge. This integrative review also identifies the positive impact on the attitudes of other health care professionals who have received training or education on cancer.

scholarly journals Nursing Student Attitudes toward Euthanasia: A Cross-Sectional Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 496-503 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kazem Hosseinzadeh ◽  
Hossein Rafiei
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Clinical Experience ◽  
Student Attitudes ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Clinical Placements ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Definition Of

Background: Euthanasia is among the most common and controversial end-of-life care issues. Examining the attitudes of nursing students to this issue is important because they may well encounter these issues during the course of their clinical placements. Research aims: This study aims to examine the attitudes of a sample of Iranian nursing students towards euthanasia. Research design: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study. Participants and research context: Using convenience sampling, 382 Muslim nursing students were enrolled in this study. Methods: Data were collected using a demographic variables checklist and a self-administered questionnaire that included a definition of euthanasia and 11 closed questions that sought to record participants’ level of agreement with euthanasia based on a Likert scale. Ethical consideration: Consent for participation was implicit, indicated by the participants having returned the completed questionnaires. Participants were assured that their data would remain anonymous, be kept confidential and be stored safely. Findings: Of the 382 participants, 61.5% were female, and the remainder were male. The mean age was 62.6 ± 14.1 years (range: 32–91 years). In total, 34.2%, 41.6% and 24% of students reported a negative, neutral and positive attitude to euthanasia, respectively. Most students with clinical experience, and 38.5% of students with no clinical experience, indicated their agreement with active euthanasia. Discussion: There are a number of misconceptions among Iranian Muslim nursing students regarding the definition of euthanasia. Nonetheless, most students exhibit positive attitudes to euthanasia consistent with their clinical experiences. Conclusion: It is recommended to explore the factors that induced nursing students’ tendency to euthanasia.

Evolving oncology provider perspectives on care delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021 ◽  
Vol 39 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. e18609-e18609
Author(s):  
Divya Ahuja Parikh ◽  
Meera Vimala Ragavan ◽  
Sandy Srinivas ◽  
Sarah Garrigues ◽  
Eben Lloyd Rosenthal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Care ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
The United States ◽  
Advanced Practice ◽  
Curative Surgery ◽  
Time Points ◽  
Patients With Cancer ◽  
Provider Perspectives ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Impact

e18609 Background: The COVID-19 pandemic prompted rapid changes in cancer care delivery. We sought to examine oncology provider perspectives on clinical decisions and care delivery during the pandemic and to compare provider views early versus late in the pandemic. Methods: We invited oncology providers, including attendings, trainees and advanced practice providers, to complete a cross-sectional online survey using a variety of outreach methods including social media (Twitter), email contacts, word of mouth and provider list-serves. We surveyed providers at two time points during the pandemic when the number of COVID-19 cases was rising in the United States, early (March 2020) and late (January 2021). The survey responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi-squared tests to evaluate differences in early versus late provider responses. Results: A total of 132 providers completed the survey and most were white (n = 73/132, 55%) and younger than 49 years (n = 88/132, 67%). Respondents were attendings in medical, surgical or radiation oncology (n = 61/132, 46%), advanced practice providers (n = 48/132, 36%) and oncology fellows (n = 16/132, 12%) who predominantly practiced in an academic medical center (n = 120/132, 91%). The majority of providers agreed patients with cancer are at higher risk than other patients to be affected by COVID-19 (n = 121/132, 92%). However, there was a significant difference in the proportion of early versus late providers who thought delays in cancer care were needed. Early in the pandemic, providers were more likely to recommend delays in curative surgery or radiation for early-stage cancer (p < 0.001), delays in adjuvant chemotherapy after curative surgery (p = 0.002), or delays in surveillance imaging for metastatic cancer (p < 0.001). The majority of providers early in the pandemic responded that “reducing risk of a complication from a COVID-19 infection to patients with cancer” was the primary reason for recommending delays in care (n = 52/76, 68%). Late in the pandemic, however, providers were more likely to agree that “any practice change would have a negative impact on patient outcomes” (p = 0.003). At both time points, the majority of providers agreed with the need for other care delivery changes, including screening patients for infectious symptoms (n = 128/132, 98%) and the use of telemedicine (n = 114/132, 86%) during the pandemic. Conclusions: We found significant differences in provider perspectives of delays in cancer care early versus late in the pandemic which reflects the swiftly evolving oncology practice during the COVID-19 pandemic. Future studies are needed to determine the impact of changes in treatment and care delivery on outcomes for patients with cancer.

Nursing student and faculty attitudes about a potential genomics-informed undergraduate curriculum

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Dewell ◽  
Carla Ginn ◽  
Karen Benzies ◽  
Cydnee Seneviratne
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Curriculum Development ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Undergraduate Curriculum ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Curriculum Innovation ◽  
Or Education ◽  
Undergraduate Nursing

Abstract Objectives To explore attitudes about adding genomic content to an undergraduate nursing curriculum. Genomic knowledge is essential to nursing education, but challenges exist for curriculum innovation. Few countries have guiding documents from national nursing organizations on genomic competencies for practice or education. Information on attitudes about genomics may provide guidance for curriculum development. Methods Nineteen undergraduate nursing students and two faculty from a school of nursing with two sites in western Canada participated. Five focus groups and four interviews were conducted using a semi-structured focus group guide. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. Coding was inductive. Results Characteristics of participants, eight key themes, and four future focal areas were identified to guide future research and curriculum development. Conclusions Global development of genomics-informed curricula will require a focus on increasing knowledge, defining scope and role, increasing visibility of role models, and preparing to implement precision health.

The HOLA COVID-19 study: Evaluating the impact of caring for patients with COVID-19 on cancer care delivery in Latin America.

2021 ◽  
Vol 39 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1537-1537
Author(s):  
Carolina Bernabe Ramirez ◽  
Ana I. Velazquez Manana ◽  
Coral Olazagasti ◽  
Cristiane Decat Bergerot ◽  
Enrique Soto Perez De Celis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Latin America ◽  
Latin American ◽  
Cancer Care ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Healthcare Delivery ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Patients With Cancer ◽  
The Impact

1537 Background: The severe acute respiratory syndrome 2 (SARS-cov-2) virus causing COVID-19 has brought great challenges to global health services affecting cancer care delivery, outcomes, and increasing the burden in oncology providers (OP). Our study aimed to describe the challenges that OP faced while delivering cancer care in Latin America. Methods: We conducted an international cross-sectional study using an anonymous online survey in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. The questionnaire included 43 multiple choice questions. The sample was stratified by OP who have treated patients with COVID-19 versus those who have not treated patients with COVID-19. Data was analyzed with descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests. Results: A total of 704 OP from 20 Latin American countries completed the survey (77% of 913 who started the survey). Oncologists represented 46% of respondents, followed by 25% surgical-oncologists. Of the respondents, 56% treated patients with COVID-19. A significant proportion of OP reported newly adopting telemedicine during COVID-19 (14% vs 72%, p=0.001). More than half (58%) of OP reported making changes to the treatments they offered to patients with cancer. As shown in the table, caring for patients with COVID-19 significantly influenced practice patterns of OP. Access to specialty services and procedures was significantly reduced: 40% noted significantly decreased or no access to imaging, 20% significantly decreased or no access to biopsies, 65% reported delays in surgical oncology referrals, and 49% in radiation oncology referrals. A vast majority (82%) reported oncologic surgeries were delayed or cancelled, which was heightened among those treating patients with COVID-19 (87% vs 77%, p=0.001). Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected the way cancer care is delivered in globally. Although changes to healthcare delivery are necessary as a response to this global crisis, our study highlights the significant disruption and possible undertreatment of patients with cancer in Latin America that results from COVID-19.[Table: see text]

scholarly journals From Sedentary and Physical Inactive Behaviours to an Ultra Cycling Race: A Mixed-Method Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 502
Author(s):  
Kenny Guex ◽  
Sophie Wicht ◽  
Cyril Besson ◽  
Francis Degache ◽  
Boris Gojanovic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Cycling Training

In faculties of health sciences, almost 30% of nursing students exercise less than once a week. This mixed-method case report presents the 38-month evolution of the physiological and psychological health parameters of a sedentary and physically inactive nursing student. During this period, she first took part in a one-semester institutional physical activity (PA) program that was offered by her university before being selected for participation in the Race Across America (RAAM) with a university relay team. In the four months leading up to the RAAM, she followed a cycling training program. After the RAAM, she was followed-up for the next 28 months. The results showed that each phase of the study had an important impact on the subject and showed that sedentary and physical inactive behaviours are reversible. Institutional PA programs, including training education in addition to concurrent strength and endurance training, can lead to physiological and psychological health improvements. For some individuals, participating in an athletic challenge can improve motivation and long-term adherence to PA participation. An individualised approach should be considered in future interventions that aim to promote PA participation. In the specific context of a university of health sciences, this kind of initiative could positively influence the general population’s health by empowering students to become role models towards PA promotion.

scholarly journals The Impact of Educational Package on Nursing Students' Knowledge towards Fertility Preservation, a Quasi-Experimental Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nastaran Rafiei ◽  
Simin Esmaeilpour Zanjani ◽  
Kajal Khodamoradi
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Fertility Preservation ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Patients With Cancer ◽  
Educational Package ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Background: Recent advances in diagnosis and treatment of cancers have resulted in survival improvement in young patients with cancer. Given the side effects of cancer treatments on the function of the reproductive system, health care providers need to be educated about the side effects of cancer treatment and fertility preservation. The aim of this study was to explore the effect of education on nursing students' knowledge towards fertility preservation methods in patients with cancer. Methodology: This was a quasi-experimental one-group pre-test post-test research study that was carried out by the nursing faculty at Islamic Azad University of Tonekabon in 2018. Data was collected through a two-part questionnaire, including demographic characteristics and 32 questions about the knowledge of fertility preservation in patients with cancer. The study intervention was an educational package which includes 8 sessions of small group education, planning questions, and a booklet. Students were asked to complete the questionnaire before starting an educational session and again two weeks after the last session. Results: The difference in the mean score of the nursing students’ knowledge before and after the educational package intervention was significant (P= 0.0001). Also, the knowledge rank of nursing students after the intervention was significantly better than before (P = 0.0001).  There was a significant difference between the mean score of knowledge based on gender (0.0001), marital status (0.0001) and residency (0.0001). Conclusion: In conclusion, educational intervention towards fertility preservation had a positive effect on nursing students’ knowledge. Therefore, the importance of considering this new approach to fertility preservation in patients with cancer should be considered in the nursing curriculum as they consider as the main resource of the medical information to the patients

scholarly journals Virtual clinical activities: Lessons learned with first semester nursing students

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 41
Author(s):  
Krysia Warren Hudson ◽  
Sandra Marie Swoboda ◽  
Mishiko Redd ◽  
Melissa Diane Hunter ◽  
Nancy Sullivan
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Clinical Experience ◽  
Clinical Training ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Student Nurses ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Clinical Experiences ◽  
First Semester ◽  
Schools Of Nursing ◽  
The Impact

Background and purpose: As COVID 19 impacted schools of nursing, the impact of clinical training was immediate. Students were removed from clinical sites but clinical training was necessary to continue the education of nursing students at all levels. Select virtual clinical experiences were substituted for in person clinical experience to reinforce foundational nursing skills.Results: Implementing virtual clinical activities proved to be a challenge for schools of nursing. Finding, structuring and managing activities that foster key foundational concepts for novice student nurses is imperative.Conclusions: Management of virtual clinical activities, via a SIM Center, is key in providing foundational experiences via simulation for the novice nursing student. Substituting structured virtual clinical days, with expert clinical debriefing, can provide an adequate clinical experience.

scholarly journals The experience and psychological impact of a sharps injury on a nursing student population in the UK

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (15) ◽  
pp. 910-918
Author(s):  
Kevin Hambridge ◽  
Ruth Endacott ◽  
Andrew Nichols
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Student Population ◽  
Psychological Impacts ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Sharps Injury ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Sharps Injuries

Aims: The aims of this study were to explore the experience and psychological impact of sustaining a sharps injury within a nursing student population in the UK. Design: A qualitative approach was taken, using two methods to gather data, namely a Twitter chat and interviews. Methods: A Twitter chat was orchestrated to investigate the experiences of sharps injury with nursing students and registered nurses nationwide (n=71). Interviews were conducted with nursing students from a university in the UK who had sustained a sharps injury (n=12) to discover their experiences and the impact of the injury. Findings were then synthesised and examined. Results: Some nursing students reported psychological impacts after sustaining the sharps injury, which affected both their professional and personal life. The qualitative findings were synthesised into eight themes. Conclusion: Sharps injuries can have many psychological impacts on the individual nursing student and necessary support should be available.

scholarly journals Nursing students’ professional identity development: An integrative review

2021 ◽  
pp. 205715852110298
Author(s):  
Grete Vabo ◽  
Åshild Slettebø ◽  
Mariann Fossum
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Identity Development ◽  
Professional Identity ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Professional Identity Development ◽  
Clinical Supervisors

The aim of this integrative review was to identify and synthesize current evidence of factors that influence the professional identity development of nursing students in nursing educational programs. Cinahl (EBSCO), Medline, ERIC, Embase, and PsycINFO were searched. Three different appraisal tools and the PRISMA checklist were used. The data from both quantitative and qualitative studies (19 primary studies) were analyzed by applying qualitative content analysis. The analysis revealed two main themes: a caring practice–academic partnership and support in the learning environment. The following seven sub-categories were identified: clinical supervisors, ethical competence, preparation, self-confidence, predictability and safety, structure and cooperation, reflective space and safety. Our findings indicate that clinical supervisors play a central role as role models for nursing students. The main themes with sub-themes are critical in the professional identity development of nursing students in nursing educational programs.

Enculturation of Caring Behaviors in Clinical Simulation: An Integrative Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 217-225
Author(s):  
Jerick Batin Tabudlo
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Role Modeling ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Verbal Instruction ◽  
Primary Research ◽  
Educational Approach ◽  
Caring Behaviors ◽  
Clinical Simulation ◽  
The Web

There exists the evidence that clinical simulation can cultivate caring behaviors among nursing students. Despite this, there is an inadequate educational approach used in cultivating caring behaviors. This paper presents the enculturation practices use in cultivating caring in clinical simulation. An integrative review was conducted using primary research articles published between 2010 and 2020 from electronic databases and the web. In the context of simulation, enculturation is defined as an outcome of learning where the nursing student is immersed in a structured environment. Vehicles for cultivating caring behaviors are delivered intentionally or unintentionally through role modeling, didactics, verbal instruction, interactions, and socialization.

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