Other Titles
Cultural Competency in Nursing Education
Abstract
This research explored nursing students' perceptions of cultural awareness following short-term study abroad. A qualitative descriptive design integrated three data sources; purposive sampling identified participants. Analysis revealed seven major themes demonstrating short-term travel study is a life-changing experience that positively influences the process of cultural competence.
Sigma Membership
Kappa Eta
Lead Author Affiliation
University of South Carolina Beaufort, Bluffton, South Carolina, USA
Type
Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Cultural Competence, Nursing Students, Study Abroad
Recommended Citation
Dudas, Kimberly and Scardaville, Debra, "A qualitative inquiry into travel study abroad: Experiences of baccalaureate nursing students" (2018). INRC (Congress). 230.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2018/presentations_2018/230
Conference Name
29th International Nursing Research Congress
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Melbourne, Australia
Conference Year
2018
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A qualitative inquiry into travel study abroad: Experiences of baccalaureate nursing students
Melbourne, Australia
This research explored nursing students' perceptions of cultural awareness following short-term study abroad. A qualitative descriptive design integrated three data sources; purposive sampling identified participants. Analysis revealed seven major themes demonstrating short-term travel study is a life-changing experience that positively influences the process of cultural competence.