The Effect of a Study Abroad Experience on Interprofessional and Cultural Competencies
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Experienced Nurse Faculty Leadership Academy (ENFLA) Posters
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Julie B. Meaux, PhD, RN, CNE, FNAP (1); Lisa Broussard, DNS, RN, CNE (2); Karen L. Carlson, PhD, RN (3); Lavona Traywick, PhD (4); Brittany Saviers, MS, OTR/L (4) - (1) School of Nursing, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR, USA; (2) College of Nursing and Allied Health Professions, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA, USA; (3) College of Nursing, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, USA; (4) Occupational Therapy, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR, USA
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- University of Central Arkansas, Conway, Arkansas, USA
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Abstract
The purpose of this project was to measure the effect of a Costa Rica Study Abroad experience on interprofessional and cultural competencies of BSN Nursing and Occupational Therapy students. Students participated in a 10 day short-term study abroad experience in which they engaged in various cultural and professional activities.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-10-29T14:34:13Z
Type Information
| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Faculty/Mentor Approved: Sigma Academy Participant Presentation |
| Format | Text-based Document |
Category Information
| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Cultural Competencies; Interprofessional Competencies; Study Abroad |
Conference Information
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
| Date | 2019 |
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