ATTITUDE AND READINESS OF PARAMEDICAL STUDENTS TOWARDS INTER-PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
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Inter-professional Learning, Readiness, Attitude, Inter Professional Learning
Abstract
A Cross sectional study was conducted to assess the attitude & readiness of paramedical students towards inter professional learning at selected colleges at, Trichy, Tamil Nadu. Readiness for Inter professional Learning scale was used as a data collection tool. A sample of 80 paramedical students from various disciplines was selected using non-probability convenience sampling technique. Data were collected through self reported Readiness of Inter professional Learning scale. Data collected were analyzed through descriptive statistics. The data revealed that, B.Sc. MLT (90%) students had a negative perception of their roles and responsibilities with the mean score of 5.56. B.Sc. CPPT (99%) students had expressed a very high positive attitude in team work and collaboration with the mean score of 43.87. Almost all had a positive professional identity with the mean score of 16.45.
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Dr.A.Rajathi
Ph.D in Nursing , Principal, KMC College of Nursing, Trichy
Prof.A. Rebecca
M.Sc (N), HOD, Child Health Nursing, KMC college of Nursing, Trichy
Prof. W.Nirmala
M.Sc (N), HOD, Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, KMC college of Nursing, Trichy
Mrs.P.Christena
M.Sc (N), Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, KMC college of Nursing, Trichy