Integrating HIV/AIDS policies and curricular content into baccalaureate nursing programs

A model used by one school of nursing to implement HIV/AIDS policies, sequenced instructional opportunities, and a research-based evaluation process is described. In the evaluation phase, a study was undertaken to measure students' retention of HIV/AIDS knowledge and their application of univer...

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Published in:The Journal of nursing education 1991-10, Vol.30 (8), p.347-351
Main Authors: Ryan, M E, Jones, L, Irvine, P, Hodson, K E
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome
AIDS
Career Counseling
Clinical Competence
Curricula
Curriculum
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate - organization & administration
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate - standards
Educational Measurement
HIV
HIV Infections - nursing
HIV Infections - prevention & control
HIV Infections - transmission
HIV-1
Human immunodeficiency virus
Humans
Nursing Education
Nursing Education Research
Nursing Students
Organizational Policy
Resource Materials
School Holding Power
Students
Universal Precautions
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Summary:A model used by one school of nursing to implement HIV/AIDS policies, sequenced instructional opportunities, and a research-based evaluation process is described. In the evaluation phase, a study was undertaken to measure students' retention of HIV/AIDS knowledge and their application of universal precautions (U.P.). Findings revealed that 59% of junior baccalaureate nursing students and 75% of seniors retained knowledge about HIV/AIDS and U.P. Seniors indicated that in their role as nursing student or technician/extern, supplies and equipment were readily available and that they had sufficient time to implement U.P. However, only 64% admitted to following correct procedures, even though 96% acknowledged feeling confident in their ability to do so. Knowledge about HIV/AIDS and consistent application of U.P. protects nursing students, prevents legal problems, and promotes the quality of patient care.
ISSN:0148-4834
1938-2421
DOI:10.3928/0148-4834-19911001-05