Evaluation of Geriatric Content and Practicum in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Curriculum at Selected Universities in Kenya

Rotich Rose Jelagat^1, and Anne Koskei Ng’eno²

¹Department of Nursing -School of Health Sciences, University of Kabianga, Kericho, Kenya

²1Department of Nursing -School of Health Sciences, University of Kabianga, Kericho, Kenya

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Rotich Rose Jelagat and Anne Koskei Ng’eno. Evaluation of Geriatric Content and Practicum in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Curriculum at Selected Universities in Kenya. American Journal of Nursing Research. 2024; 12(2):39-41. doi: 10.12691/ajnr-12-2-2

Abstract

The aging population in Kenya is growing rapidly, necessitating a healthcare workforce, especially nurses, equipped to manage the complex needs of older adults. This study evaluates the extent to which geriatric nursing content and practicum are integrated into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) curriculum at selected universities in Kenya. Using a descriptive cross-sectional design, the study targeted nursing lecturers and students to assess their perspectives on the adequacy of geriatric education and practical training. Findings indicate significant gaps, with only 35% of lecturers reporting sufficient integration of geriatric content and a notable lack of dedicated practicum experiences. The paper discusses the implications of these findings and offers recommendations for curriculum enhancement to better prepare nursing students for geriatric care.

Keywords:
Geriatric nursing BScN curriculum nursing education practicum Kenya

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