Abstract
Background: The evolving demands of healthcare and advances in medical science have reshaped nursing practices, emphasizing the need for methodical and efficient care delivery. The nursing process, central to modern nursing, facilitates personalized care and priority-setting, essential in today's healthcare landscape. This study explores the impact of a structured internal medicine nursing practice training module on student competency, with a focus on diagnostic accuracy and patient care planning. Methods: An illustrative study was conducted with 130 second-year nursing students at a state-funded university from 2014 to 2016. Students participated in a training module designed around Gordon's functional health patterns, aimed at improving their practical skills in internal medicine. Data were collected through questionnaires assessing students' perceptions of the module's effectiveness in clinical practice, with analyses performed using SPSS. Results: The training module significantly enhanced students' confidence and efficiency in diagnosing and planning care, with 51% of participants finding it "Very helpful" in identifying issues and 80% supporting its use in creating nursing interventions. However, some challenges were noted, particularly in the areas of critical thinking and theoretical knowledge application. Conclusion: The internal medicine nursing practice training module proves to be an effective tool in improving students' clinical skills, diagnostic accuracy, and patient care outcomes. Addressing the identified challenges in critical thinking could further enhance the module's impact, ensuring that future nurses are well-equipped to meet the demands of modern healthcare.
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