Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to M Bradby.
The transition from the Common Foundation Programme to the Branch programmes in the Diploma in Nursing Studies course (Project 2000) is described as a major status passage. While there are many positive aspects to this transition, particular areas of concern are highlighted in the hope that these will be addressed.
A status passage is the process of change from one social status to another and, in this report, transition into the occupational role of nurse is described. The status passage includes the anticipations, entry, reporting of contrasts and changes which are often accompanied by surprise, and reality shock before making sense of the passage some months later. Subpassages are noted, and in particular the subtle process of divestiture which results in loss of personal identity. Personal identity is sought through patients and those outside the institution. Occupational role identity occurs between 6 and 10 months after entry into nurse training. The status transition is easier for those with higher self-esteem and lower anxiety scores. The study involved four cohorts of trainee nurses during their first year of training in two schools of nursing, and the study was undertaken using multiple research methods. Present and future policy implications are noted.
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This article provides current information on the demographic history and family background of those entering the conventional, degree and diploma (Project 2000) courses. This may have implications for the future recruitment of individuals into nursing.
A focus on the importance of leisure in the development of student nurses has been neglected in the 1990s. This study considers 444 prospective nurses on conventional, diploma and degree courses in two areas of England. It examines their activities associated with socializing, their social support networks and their use of clubs, sports and hobbies before entering nursing. It is evident that students enter nurse training with a wide variety of leisure experiences. Changing recruitment patterns and the structure of nurse training has an effect on the leisure needs of prospective nurses which must be addressed.
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