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ISSN: 2207-4791

Australian Journal of Clinical Education

Article
February 12, 2025 AEST
To Fall at the Final Hurdle? Unpacking Experiences of Ophthalmology Trainees Undertaking Final Summative Examinations in Australia and New Zealand
Belinda JessupPenny AllenMelissa KirschbaumSantosh KhanalVictoria Baker-SmithBarnabas GrahamTony Barnett
Passing final summative examination in ophthalmology may be challenging due to ambiguous questions, specialist knowledge demands, and time pressures. Addressing examination reliability across semesters could support ophthalmology trainee achievement.
Review
December 30, 2024 AEST
Simulation-Based Learning for Pain Medicine: A Scoping Review of Undergraduate Education
Alina SavastyukCarlos CamposTanisha Jowsey

Simulation-based education improves undergraduate medical students' knowledge, skills, and attitudes in pain medicine. Future simulation should incorporate elements to reduce stigma towards chronic pain patients.

Review
December 23, 2024 AEST
Clinical Competency Paused: The New Graduate Nurse Experience of Transition Post COVID-19. What Was the Effectiveness of Nurse Education Programmes in Developing Clinical Competency Among Newly Qualified Nurses in New Zealand During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Karla Breen Rickerby

This integrative review aims to identify and synthesize the current position and identify the longer-term impact of COVID-19 on the nurse education system in New Zealand.

Exploring Sociocultural Interactions and Influences Shaping Clinical Education Article
December 20, 2024 AEST
Exploring Sociocultural Interactions and Influences Shaping Clinical Education
Nastassia TimothyShamila ManieLunelle Pienaar

This study explores how sociocultural factors impact physiotherapy students' learning experiences during placements.

Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions and Experiences of an Interprofessional Simulation Article
October 15, 2024 AEST
Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions and Experiences of an Interprofessional Simulation
Adriana PenmanFreyr PattersonEng Boon TanJodie CopleyAnne E Hill

This article investigates the positive impact of interprofessional simulation on speech pathology and occupational therapy students' confidence, anxiety, and preparedness for placement, highlighting its role in developing effective healthcare professionals.

The Education and Implementation of Clinical Reasoning Education in Post-Graduate Emergency Medicine Training: An Integrative Review Article
September 24, 2024 AEST
The Education and Implementation of Clinical Reasoning Education in Post-Graduate Emergency Medicine Training: An Integrative Review
Simone BartlettTracey Coventry

Clinical reasoning teaching is essential for emergency medicine doctors to reduce diagnostic error. Different specialties incorporate educational approaches at college, hospital and departmental level which are options for Emergency Medicine.

Article
September 24, 2024 AEST
Surgical Trainer and Trainee Perceptions of the Effectiveness of Wellbeing Initiatives in Australian Hospitals
Belinda BalhatchetHeike SchutzeNicole Williams

This study evaluates the effectiveness of existing surgical trainee wellbeing initiatives from the perspective of trainers and trainees and identifies priority areas for future initiatives.

Article
September 19, 2024 AEST
Impact of a Clinical Placement on Pre-Professional Health Students Perceived Knowledge, Skills, and Confidence in the Delivery of Behaviour Change and Physical Activity Support
Emily LehmanGenevieve N. HealyRoma ForbesMenakshi LaroiyaSjaan R. Gomersall

Explores the impact of an interprofessional clinical placement on pre-professional health students’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in delivering behaviour change and physical activity support, highlighting the role of clinical educators.

End-of-Life Learning: Exploratory Insights for Enhancing Successful Tertiary Speech Pathology Placements in Australian Palliative Care Article
September 10, 2024 AEST
End-of-Life Learning: Exploratory Insights for Enhancing Successful Tertiary Speech Pathology Placements in Australian Palliative Care
Laura ChahdaHayley Dell'OroJemma SkeatIsobel McVillySarisha LoboMaya VuJayne OngAmy OuyangMegan Keage

Speech-language pathology students face challenges in palliative care placements due to limited preparation. This study explores barriers and facilitators, offering insights from clinicians to improve student readiness and support.

Evaluation of an E-Learning Training Package by Nurses of Various Designations for Developing Clinical Skills and Knowledge Article
September 09, 2024 AEST
Evaluation of an E-Learning Training Package by Nurses of Various Designations for Developing Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Nitasha A NarayanKaren Clark-BurgFrank Bate

This study reveals that e-learning can be a flexible mechanism for educating nurses, provided that the implementation process, content and design of e-learning help nurses acquire new knowledge and skills.

Learning to Resolve Conflict: Introduction of a Brief Intervention Into Established Interprofessional Education Article
September 09, 2024 AEST
Learning to Resolve Conflict: Introduction of a Brief Intervention Into Established Interprofessional Education
Eileen McKinlayJean Hay-SmithSue Pullon

This pre/post design study explores the impact of a brief educational intervention designed to support pre-registration health students to resolve difference or conflict in small group work.

Interprofessional Competency Acquisition in an Interprofessional Training Ward Four-Week Placement: “Teamwork Is What Is Going to Ensure Our Patients Are Happy and Safe” Article
July 11, 2024 AEST
Interprofessional Competency Acquisition in an Interprofessional Training Ward Four-Week Placement: “Teamwork Is What Is Going to Ensure Our Patients Are Happy and Safe”
Fiona Doolan-NobleSonya MorganIan CrabtreeAshley SymesMargot SkinnerEileen McKinlay

This qualitative study explores pre-registration health professional students' self-reported development of interprofessional competencies over the course of a four-week interprofessional education training ward.