A community health practicum model for baccalaureate nursing students.
This article describes the evolution of a practicum for baccalaureate nursing students in a Department of Veterans Affairs home care program. The model includes direct patient care, support to caregivers, and assessment and referral to community resources. Students also assess communities and conduct teaching projects to targeted populations.
Gray
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Division of Geriatric Medicine, Meridia Huron Hospital, East Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Cozmin
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Esenwine
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D002983:Clinical Competence; D003152:Community Health Nursing / Q000193:education*; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D016294:Models, Nursing; D015397:Program Evaluation; D014481:United States; D014493:United States Department of Veterans Affairs / Q000458:organization & administration*