Maria Luisa UAYAN
UERMMMCI – College of Nursing, Philippines
Title: Utilization of blended learning approach (BLA) in the clinical competency development of undergraduate student nurses
Biography
Biography: Maria Luisa UAYAN
Abstract
The study reveals that blended learning approach facilitates competency development among student nurses. Knowledge is transferred faster with the use of digitally prepared modules and comprehension is enhanced sine it is an independent self-directed learning package which allows student to study and review content and actual procedure at their most convenient time as often as they deem necessary. Skills are likewise developed with the provision of guided practice sessions with an experienced clinical instructor using a step-by-step procedure checklist. Moreso, attitude of caring is developed in performing fundamental procedures with a classmate or actual patient. The need to promote being gentle, compassionate and provision of privacy were observed as student nurses performed required nursing procedures.