Authors

  1. Holthaus, Victoria MS, RD
  2. Sergakis, Georgianna PhD, RRT
  3. Rohrig, Lisa BSN, RN
  4. Wilcox, Janice MSN, RN
  5. Thomas, Erin PT, DPT
  6. McClerking, Carolyn MS, RN, ACNP-BC
  7. Legg, Julie PharmD
  8. Clutter, Jill PhD, MCHES
  9. Nahikian-Nelms, Marcia PhD, RDN, LD, CNSC

Abstract

This project describes the effect of an interprofessional experience (IPE). A pre-/posttest design used a validated questionnaire with subsequent analysis with 2-tailed paired-sample t tests. Qualitative analysis was used to assess student reflections. After the IPE, there was a significant increase in perceptions toward effectiveness of the health care team, ability to problem-solve, and increased clinical skills (P <= .05). There was a significant increase in support of active learning experiences to be shared with other students and for understanding the roles of other professions (P <= .05). Qualitative analysis of student reflections provided rich perceptions for professional roles. The IPE simulation increased an understanding of the professions and self-efficacy and provided a learning experience with the potential to impact patient care.