Beyond the Bench: Environmental Health Nursing: Putting Knowledge into Practice
2006
Environmental Health Nursing Training
publication
Author Information
Author(s): Tanya Tillett
Primary Institution: University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Hypothesis
Training that combines theory and practice can enhance the skills of environmental health nurses.
Conclusion
The integrated training approach helps nurses apply environmental health concepts directly to community health challenges.
Supporting Evidence
- The conference provided continuing education units for nurses.
- Nurses learned about the toxicology of organochlorines and the epidemiology of trichloroethylene.
- Participants visited a Superfund site to see contaminated soil firsthand.
Takeaway
Nurses learn about environmental dangers and how to help communities by combining classroom learning with real-world site visits.
Methodology
The training included lectures, discussions, hands-on activities, and site visits to contaminated areas.
Participant Demographics
Public health nurses and nursing faculty.
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