Nursing gerontology course, student empathy, and interest in working with older adults: A phased study
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Shelley P. Caswell Moore, PhD, MSN, RN; Lisa Kay Murphree, EdD, MSN, RN -- School of Nursing, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, USA
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Abstract
This is a learning activity for undergraduate health science students (nursing, and speech language pathology and audiology)designed to increase sensitivity and awareness of what it is like to be an older adult with dementia. The intervention involves sensory immersion, and students will be measured pre and post for empathy.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-10-15T13:22:50Z
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| Type | Presentation |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Dementia; Neurocognitive Disorder; Empathy; Sensitivity; Awareness and Sensory Immersion; Virtual Dementia Tour |
Conference Information
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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