Effect of the peer mentoring program on the therapeutic communication skills of students taking pediatric nursing courses.
Rukiye Celik, Şerefnaz Güner, Ayşenur Ağcinlioğlu
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the impact of a peer mentoring program on the therapeutic communication skills of 84 third-year nursing students in a pediatric nursing course. Results indicated that students in the peer mentoring group showed significantly greater improvements in therapeutic communication skills compared to the control group, particularly in total test scores and Therapeutic Communication Skills 1.
Key findings
- Students in the peer mentoring group showed significantly greater improvements in total test scores compared to the control group.
- Significant time and group × time interaction effects were observed in Therapeutic Communication Skills 1.
- Material Evaluation Checklist scores were significantly higher in the intervention group (p < 0.001).
Why it matters
Enhancing therapeutic communication skills is crucial for nurses working with pediatric patients, as it fosters effective and developmentally appropriate interactions. This study suggests that peer mentoring can be an effective educational strategy to improve these skills.