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: Received: 28 October 2024 / Approved: 29 October 2024 / Online: 29 October 2024 (08:26:59 CET)
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Wong, F. M. F. Fostering Caring Attributes To Improve Patient Care In Nursing Through Small Group Work: Perspectives Of Students And Educators. Preprints2024, 2024102247. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202410.2247.v1
Wong, F. M. F. Fostering Caring Attributes To Improve Patient Care In Nursing Through Small Group Work: Perspectives Of Students And Educators. Preprints 2024, 2024102247. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202410.2247.v1
Wong, F. M. F. Fostering Caring Attributes To Improve Patient Care In Nursing Through Small Group Work: Perspectives Of Students And Educators. Preprints2024, 2024102247. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202410.2247.v1
APA Style
Wong, F. M. F. (2024). Fostering Caring Attributes To Improve Patient Care In Nursing Through Small Group Work: Perspectives Of Students And Educators. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202410.2247.v1
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Wong, F. M. F. 2024 "Fostering Caring Attributes To Improve Patient Care In Nursing Through Small Group Work: Perspectives Of Students And Educators" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202410.2247.v1
Abstract
Nursing, a profession known for its compassion and dedication to providing exceptional patient care, relies heavily on the cultivation of caring attributes to uphold the highest standards of practice. Despite the common use of small group work in nursing education, there is a gap in understanding how these caring attributes are developed through this approach. This qualitative study sought to explore the emergence of caring attributes in small group settings as perceived by nursing students and educators. Thirteen nursing students and ten educators participated in semi-structured group interviews at a professional educational institution. The study identified four key sets of caring attributes nurtured through small group work: interpersonal communication with respect, compassion, and empathy; competence and confidence; and accountability to commitment. These findings underscore the essential role of caring in nursing, emphasizing how collaborative group work can facilitate the development of crucial attributes through interpersonal interactions. The cultivation of respectful communication skills among students is highlighted as pivotal for enhancing interactions with healthcare professionals, patients, and families, ultimately improving the quality of care provided. By providing opportunities for interactive learning and ongoing practice, students can effectively embody these caring attributes, fostering their nursing professionalism throughout their careers.
Keywords
caring attributes; small group work; nursing professionalism; nursing education
Subject
Public Health and Healthcare, Nursing
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