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Interprofessional Education Workshop on Aging: Student Perceptions of Interprofessional Collaboration, Aging, and Cultural Fluency
No full textInterprofessional education is vital to prepare students in healthcare-related fields for future practice to improve participation in teams and enhance client/patient outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of a half-day interprofessional education workshop on aging based on students’ self-rated confidence in working in interprofessional teams, with aging, and culturally diverse clients/patients. Students from eight healthcare-related disciplines at a private mid-western university attended an interprofessional workshop. Afterward, students completed a reflective survey to evaluate pre- and post-workshop perceptions about interprofessional collaboration and caring for aging and diverse clients/patients. Quantitative methods using paired sample t-tests revealed a statistically significant difference in students’ self-reported level of preparedness in the areas of interprofessional education, aging, and cultural fluency (P \u3c .001). In addition, qualitative methods were used to organize data into themes. Additional insights were gained to inform future workshops
Student Emotional Intelligence and Fieldwork Success: Current Evidence, Practical Implications, and Student Trends in Occupational Therapy Education
Get PDFThe correlation of emotional intelligence and success for OT and OTA students during Fieldwork II has been minimally explored, but has been shown to be positively associated. To begin to better understand this relationship, which includes cultural humility and adaptability, this preliminary literature review of current research and exploration of Fieldwork Performance Evaluation related trends is designed to lay a framework for further studies
IMPLEMENTATION of a PILOT TELEHEALTH TRAINING MODULE (TTM) FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE CLINICIAN (APC) STUDENTS: SUPPORTING STUDENT RETURN TO CLINIC DURING COVID-1
No full textThe purpose of this quality improvement project was twofold: (1) develop and implement a pilot telehealth training module for advanced practice clinician [APC] students and strengthen APC students’ knowledge and competence in telehealth, and (2) develop standard procedures utilizing evidence-based guidelines on telehealth. The PICOT question was: For APC students in the clinic setting, what effect does a training module, compared to current practice, have on students’ knowledge and skill using a telehealth care model? A telehealth training module [TTM] was created using evidence-based research collected via literature review, key informant interview, telehealth experience and demographics survey and post TTM completion survey. The challenge presented was how to define and develop the appropriate telehealth tools for APC students and how to determine their efficacy. To define telehealth tools for APC students, meetings were held via Google Meet and email communication. A needs assessment was developed that indicated that while telehealth was being used by healthcare facility providers, it was not comprehensive enough to include APC students. This project concluded that inclusion of the TTM in APC student onboarding increased their knowledge, confidence, and use of telehealth when returning to the clinic setting. The postimplementation survey included a free space for write-in comments in which the students provided feedback on the TTM and ways to improve the ways in which telehealth information is provided
Rehabilitation interventions for the management of breast cancer-related lymphedema: developing a patient-centered, evidence-based plan of care throughout survivorship.
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The work can be challenging, but it’s highly rewarding - The role of community health agents in Peru
No full textBackground: Peru has among the highest prevalence of iron-deficiency anemia in young children and breastfeeding mothers in Latin America, a condition that is both a direct and indirect contributing factor for death and disability. “Taking Care of your First Thousand Days” project implemented by Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB) Peru partners with women community health agents (CHAs) to promote the health of mothers, pregnant women, and their newborn children centered on the prevention and treatment of anemia and chronic malnutrition. The organization has seen substantial decreases in anemia in the peri-urban areas they serve. This project is the result of a collaborative partnership between St. Catherine University investigators and CMMB, whose goal is to spread awareness about how best to deliver care in peri-urban communities in Peru where healthcare access is limited. The purpose of this project is to document the robustness of the CHA work with CMMB to be used as a successful CHA model of healthcare.Methods: In July, 2019, we conducted field research to gather information on CMMBs CHA model. Through direct semi-structured interviews with two CMMB staff members, five CHAs, along with observational notes from CHA shadows, we documented five component of their CHA program: recruitment, training, retention, incentivizing, and support. Findings: CHAs are women recruited from within the communities in which they serve, the majority of whom were once recipients of CMMB services and identified as potential leaders. All CHAs attend bi-monthly day-long workshops which vary based on level of experience. CHA with less than one year of experience accompany veteran CHAs on health counseling visits before facilitating their own. CHAs volunteer for at least one year and are provided a small stipend for their work. However, most indicate their motivation to work is their contribution to their community. The Ministry of Health has awarded a number of CMMBs CHAs certificates recognizing their training and work and indication of their success and commitment. Interpretation: CMMBs anemia program is highly successful in reducing anemia. CHA healthcare delivery is not unique to this organization. However, the robustness of their CHA model may directly impact their success. Evidence of CMMB’s small-scale CHA program can foster the collaboration and development of a national-scale CHA model in Peru
Interprofessional Collaboration with The Plaster House-Tanzania for Evaluation of Rehabilitative Care for Children with Disabilities
No full textPresentation on the project objectives to create a framework for an overall evaluation plan including an assets map, logic model, assessment tools and identification of future IPE activities