The standard of care of student nurses in hospital practice – patients’ evaluation
The standard of care of student nurses in hospital practice – patients’ evaluation

Summary/Abstract: Background: Conscious evaluation of nursing care through the experiences of the patient can be a valuableresource for creating an effective education system and a good criterion for its establishment. In order to improvethe quality of nursing care, it is necessary to continually develop students’ knowledge and ensure they practicetheir professional skills.Aim of the study: The aim of this study is to evaluate the standards of nursing practice among student nurseswho participate in practical classes in hospital training centres.Material and methods: The studies were performed on 190 patients hospitalized on medical and surgicalwards in Opole. The research was based on a survey specifically prepared for this study. The respondents gavetheir answers using a numerical scale from 1 to 5 (1 = lowest rating, 5 = highest rating). Average student skilllevel data are presented as the arithmetic mean across all measures.Results: Skilled nurse candidates are required to possess specific predispositions and an appropriate attitude,expected of professional ethics. The assessment of student behavior and ethical approach is highly significant(average appraisal: 4.98). Students who are present on wards have a positive influence on patient well-being(4.97). Assessment of behavior and respect for patient rights received an average score 4.94 and 4.95. Patientsevaluated student communication skills (the manner in which important information is explained to patients)as low – 4.75; similarly, a lower score was given to the level of health education (4.73).Conclusions: 1. Greater emphasis needs to be placed on the health education of student nurses. 2. The ability ofstudent nurses to communicate with patients, on matters relating to treatment, requires further improvement

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