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Towards improving the quality of internships in medicine and allied health professions

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Jankowicz-Szymańska A., Kołpa M., Stefanowicz-Kocoł A., Konstantinidis S. T., Ko S., Henderson J., Cunningham S., Hodge P., Tilley Z., Höijer-Brear V., Törne M., Lillo-Crespo M., Policnik J., Poultourtzidis I., Papamalis F.

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40-49

Wstęp: Jednym z ważnych elementów wpływających na dobrostan społeczeństwa jest wysoko wykształcona, profesjonalna kadra całego zespołu terapeutycznego. Istotną rolę w tym zespole odgrywają fizjoterapeuci, dlatego też od systemu szkolnictwa wyższego oczekuje się podejmowania wysiłków na rzecz opracowania optymalnych programów kształcenia, w tym rozwoju umiejętności praktycznych. Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie projektu Healint4All, którego misją jest umożliwienie odbywania międzynarodowych staży studentom fizjoterapii i innych zawodów medycznych, co umożliwi wejście na rynek pracy wysokiej klasy profesjonalistom z sektora opieki zdrowotnej. Materiał i metody: Opracowano etapowy proces tworzenia protokołu audytu miejsc praktyki klinicznej. Aby przygotować audytorów, opracowano wirtualne, interaktywne zasoby dydaktyczne. Przeprowadzono analizę literatury, wywiady fokusowe w grupach nauczycieli akademickich, praktyków i studentów a także pilotażowe badanie protokołu w środowiskach potencjalnych beneficjentów. Wyniki: Zarówno potencjalni audytowani (instytucje medyczne), jak i audytorzy (uczelnie wyższe) pozytywnie ocenili nowo utworzone narzędzie. Zalecenia obejmowały zwrócenie uwagi na przejrzystość, prostotę i poprawność językową we wszystkich wersjach językowych protokołu. Zasugerowano, aby protokół, zawierający wszystko, co przydatne, nie był zbyt długi i nie obciążał użytkownika długim czasem potrzebnym na jego wypełnienie. Wnioski: W opinii studentów i ekspertów, którzy oceniali protokół Healint4All, przyczyni się on do zwiększenia podaży i jakości staży międzynarodowych oferowanych przez organizacje opieki zdrowotnej w całej Europie, a także pozwoli na uproszczenie procesów związanych z organizacją staży dla studentów, instytucji edukacyjnych i organizacje opieki zdrowotnej.

Introduction: One of the important elements influencing the well-being of society is a highly educated, professional staff of the entire therapeutic team. Physiotherapists play a significant role in this team, which is why the higher education system is expected to make efforts to develop optimal education programs, including the development of practical skills. The purpose of this article is to present the Healint4All project, whose mission is to facilitate international internships for students of physiotherapy and other medical professions, which will allow high-class professionals in the healthcare sector to enter the job market. Material and methods: A step-by-step process of creating a protocol for auditing places of clinical practice was prepared. Virtual, interactive teaching resources were developed to prepare auditors. A literature analysis, focus interviews in groups of academic teachers, practitioners, and students. A pilot study of the protocol in live environments was conducted. Results: Both potential auditees (medical institutions) and auditors (universities) positively assessed the newly created tool. The recommendations included paying attention to transparency, simplicity, and linguistic correctness in all language versions of the protocol. It was suggested that the protocol, containing everything useful, should not be too long and would not burden the user with time. Conclusions: In the opinion of students and experts who evaluated the Healint4All protocol, it will contribute to increasing the supply and quality of international placements offered by healthcare organizations throughout Europe, as well as simplifying the processes involved in organizing these for students, educational institutions, and healthcare organizations.

A simulation structure for nursing education in mental health

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Grochowska A., Kero J., Teeri S., Alinen P., Kołpa M., Cunnigham S., Lillo-Crespo M., Schembri N., Abanifi P. F., Pesonen H.-M., Kukkola A., Prest A., Stefanowicz-Kocoł A., Felliciano S.

Health Promotion & Physical Activity

2023

vol. 23

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13-20

The aim of the paper is to present a structure for nursing education simulation that incorporates elements of blended and online simulation in a socially constructivist, culturally sensitive environment. To develop the structure for nursing education, a descriptive literature review was conducted in spring 2022 on simulations implemented in mental health nursing education. Nurses require the skills and knowledge to provide mental health care in every area of health care. According to the descriptive literature review, simulation-based learning such as high-fidelity mental health simulation resulted in increased confidence, knowledge gains and improved communication skills. Simulation is a wide concept and allows nurse lecturers to implement the pedagogy as they see it best. The simulation structure helps especially beginners to follow the simulation as a process. The structure eases the planning phase as well as the debriefing part of the simulation. As it has been shown in the analysis of the literature simulation can be effectively implemented in a blended and / or online environment. It is expected that in the future, simulation games and virtual, online simulations will be more typical ways to conduct a simulation. 

Exploring the pros and cons of online courses for physiotherapists - a theoretical study

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Lukács A., Simon N., Kiss-Kondás D., Szabó T. L., Bak M. K., Bibro M., Göz B., Bicki D., Akar F. D., Sancaktar S. İ., Pehlivan S., Gniewek T., Golec J., Jankowicz-Szymańska A., Kiviluoma-Ylitalo M., Kreska-Korus A., Lillo-Crespo M., Milert A., Özkoca G., Policnik J., Terán B. S., Smoła E., Stefanowicz-Kocoł A., Vähä-Jaakkolaa J., Rodríguez P. V., Wódka K., Yilm Ö. M., Yilmaz D.

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33-39

Physiotherapy, as a constantly evolving discipline, requires professionals to continually update their knowledge base to enhance patient care. To facilitate this growth, lifelong learning through supplementary educational courses plays a crucial role. The flexible online education has opened new opportunities for adult learners, including physiotherapists, to pursue further education while managing their daily commitments. This paper examines the conceptual framework of online learning in the context of physiotherapy education. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of online courses compared to traditional classroom methods. Online education is classified into three primary types: synchronous, asynchronous, and blended or hybrid courses. Synchronous courses involve real-time interaction with teachers, while asynchronous courses allow learners to access materials at their own convenience. Blended or hybrid courses combine online learning with face-to-face instruction. Advantages of online courses include accessibility, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, diverse learning resources, and the opportunity to build a global professional network. On the other hand, online courses lack continuous communication and interaction between teachers and learners, potentially hindering the learning experience. Learners must possess strong digital skills and self-study capabilities to succeed in online education. The study concludes that the choice between traditional and online education depends on specific course objectives and participant expectations. Regardless of the mode of education, the active participation and engagement of learners are crucial for professional success. As the field of physiotherapy education continues to evolve, ongoing research and innovation are vital to improve the overall learning experience and ensure optimal outcomes for lifelong learners in the healthcare field.

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