Learning experiences of final-year student midwives in labor wards: A qualitative exploratory study

Joeri Vermeulen, Joeri Vermeulen and Wim Peersman, Wim Peersman and Matthias Waegemans, Matthias Waegemans and Gerlinde De Clercq, Gerlinde De Clercq and Leonardo Gucciardo, Leonardo Gucciardo and Monika Laubach, Monika Laubach and Eva Swinnen, Eva Swinnen and Katrien Beeckman, Katrien Beeckman and Ronald Buyl, Ronald Buyl and Maaike Fobelets, Maaike Fobelets (2019) Learning experiences of final-year student midwives in labor wards: A qualitative exploratory study. European Journal of Midwifery, 3 (1). pp. 1-8. ISSN 2585-2906

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Abstract

INTRODUCTION Clinical placements are an integral part of
midwifery education and are crucial for achieving professional competencies. Although students’ experiences on placements have been shown to play a meaningful role in their learning, they have received scant attention in the literature. The aim of this paper is to describe the learning experiences of final-year student midwives in
labor wards within the Brussels metropolitan region, Belgium. METHODS A qualitative exploratory study was conducted using two focus groups (N=20). Data analysis included: transcription of audio recordings, thematic content analysis with coding into recurrent and common themes, and broader categories. Discussions among researchers were incorporated in all phases of the analysis for integrity and data fit. RESULTS Data analysis identified the following categories as determining student learning experiences in labor wards: 1) managing opportunities, 2) being supported, and 3) dealing with the environment. Overall, respondents were positive and enthusiastic about their learning experiences, although some felt tense and unprepared. Students expressed concerns about differences in learning opportunities between placements and found it challenging to achieve all competencies. Student learning
experiences were enhanced when they had placements for longer periods with the same supportive mentors.
CONCLUSIONS Factors related to students’ functioning, the
healthcare professional, midwifery education and hospital
environment affected their learning in labor wards. The combination of a more persevered preparation of students and mentors, together with a student-centered organization of placements, is crucial to create a positive learning experience for midwifery students in labor wards.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	midwifery education, midwifery students, clinical placements, labor wards, student experiences
Subjects:	R Medicine > R Medicine (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences > School of Medicine
Depositing User:	Mrs Ni Made Yunia Dwi Savitri
Date Deposited:	15 Jun 2022 03:19
Last Modified:	15 Jun 2022 03:19
URI:	http://eprints.triatmamulya.ac.id/id/eprint/1191

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