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The literature on grief has focused primarily on the grieving process and individual manifestations of grief. Little has been written, however, about the transformative or growth potential of grief. The article focuses on the use of art therapy in an adult bereavement group and the potential benefits of using expressive art therapy in bereavement work. The art therapy activities provided the group members with occasions to express a full range of feelings and opportunities for them to reflect on their individual views of themselves.
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Art Therapy/methods , Death , Grief , Psychotherapy, Group/methods , Adult , Aged , Attitude to Health , Female , Humans , Middle Aged , Nursing Methodology Research , Pilot Projects , Self Concept , Surveys and QuestionnairesSubject(s)
Crisis Intervention , Neoplasms/psychology , Nursing Assessment , Humans , Life Change Events , Neoplasms/diagnosisABSTRACT
Today's health care system requires that CNSs be prepared to manage care within complex organizations as well as deliver expert care to individuals and their families. The integration of midmanagement preparation with clinical knowledge and skills is critical. In this paper, we (1) review the literature pertaining to the role of oncology CNS and management preparation, (2) describe the program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, and (3) identify the management content that was added to strengthen the theoretical and clinical components of the program and to prepare our graduates in assuming leadership positions.
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Education, Nursing, Graduate , Nurse Clinicians/education , Nursing, Supervisory , Oncology Nursing/education , Curriculum , Humans , RoleABSTRACT
This article reports the development of a structured program for clinical nurse specialists who served as clinical preceptors for graduate students in an oncology nursing program. A needs assessment of clinical preceptors was completed, and a program for the preceptors was developed based on the learning needs identified. In addition to the program, a Manual for Clinical Preceptors was developed. The benefits of this program include networking; positive working relationships among the preceptors, faculty, and students; potential job opportunities for students; potential applicants from the clinical agencies; and, ultimately, improved care for patients with cancer and their families. The authors conclude that administrators should support efforts to nurture and recognize the personnel in the clinical agencies.
