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A systematic approach to developing NP-led student health services clinic on a regional university campus.

Authors :
Pate LB
Dawson RM
Deupree J
Mitchell SM
Catledge CB
Source :
Nursing forum [Nurs Forum] 2022 Nov; Vol. 57 (6), pp. 1227-1231. Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Nov 12.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Background: Universities are communities with specific health care needs, and rural campuses often do not have access to student health services (SHS).<br />Problem: Lack of basic services can increase health risks for students and the greater community.<br />Methods: A theory-informed quality improvement project utilizing an organizational assessment, study survey, and proof-of-concept intervention designed to demonstrate feasibility and acceptability of a SHS clinic.<br />Intervention: An NP-directed influenza immunization clinic was conducted on a small rural college campus in southeastern United States.<br />Results: Seventy-eight students received influenza vaccinations, demonstrating to local stakeholders the feasibility and acceptability of SHS for primary preventative services. Ninety-seven percent of these students expressed a high likelihood that they would obtain the vaccine again.<br />Conclusions: Results of this study can be used as an exemplar to guide health care initiatives focused on college students in rural communities.<br /> (© 2022 Wiley Periodicals LLC.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1744-6198
Volume :
57
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Nursing forum
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
36371605
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/nuf.12835