Papers by Maria Mischo-Kelling
Krankenpflege (Frankfurt am Main, Germany), 1985
Krankenpflege (Frankfurt am Main, Germany), 1986
Krankenpflege (Frankfurt am Main, Germany)
Krankenpflege (Frankfurt am Main, Germany), 1987

The nursing model by Roper, Logan&Tierney (RLT Model), originated in the UK, forms the springboar... more The nursing model by Roper, Logan&Tierney (RLT Model), originated in the UK, forms the springboard for this study. In putting this model into practice it became clear that some implicit, yet important concepts like the self, self-concept and body image had not been sufficiently explored. A major underlying assumption of this Thesis is that the comprehension of human action requires a clear understanding of such elusive concepts as the self, self-concept and body image. Nursing is embedded in actions that profoundly affect the body as well as the self. To overcome this deficiency I first adapted insights gained from three American nursing theories which elaborate on the self, self-concept and body image. Second, I draw upon the thinking of the classical American pragmatist tradition, a philosophical-theoretical approach dealing with these three key concepts mentioned. By incorporating the work of George H. Mead and John Dewey and by synthesising its uptake by Anselm Strauss, I attemp...
Healthcare
This study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the German and Italian versions of t... more This study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the German and Italian versions of the Interprofessional Collaboration Scale (IPC scale) by applying a Rasch analysis. Data were gathered from 1182 nurses participating in a cross-sectional study in northern Italy. The scale demonstrated good reliability (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.92). Item polarity of all 13 items was positive, indicating good construct validity. However, revising one item would further improve the validity of the scale. Item stability was confirmed for work experience, workplace, age range, the language version, and gender. The analysis, applying a non-classical test theory, confirmed that the IPC scale is a valid and reliable instrument to measure interprofessional collaboration between nurses and physicians.
Introduction: The didactic lecture continues to be a commonly used instructional method in medica... more Introduction: The didactic lecture continues to be a commonly used instructional method in medical education despite the criticism of allowing students to assume a passive role. With new technology, this traditional approach may be redefined by combining it with online activities. The aim of this research[for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]
Fragestellung: Die medizinische Ausbildungsforschung legt nahe, dass pädagogisch fortgebildete Do... more Fragestellung: Die medizinische Ausbildungsforschung legt nahe, dass pädagogisch fortgebildete Dozenten besseren Unterricht machen und die Studenten dementsprechend mehr lernen [ref:1]. Allerdings stehen vor allem die Uneinsichtigkeit in eigene didaktische Defizite und die fehlende Mo[for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]
The state of interprofessional collaboration in

The nursing model by Roper, Logan & Tierney (RLT Model), originated in the UK, forms the springbo... more The nursing model by Roper, Logan & Tierney (RLT Model), originated in the UK, forms the springboard for this study. In putting this model into practice it became clear that some implicit, yet important concepts like the self, self-concept and body image had not been sufficiently explored. A major underlying assumption of this Thesis is that the comprehension of human action requires a clear understanding of such elusive concepts as the self, self-concept and body image. Nursing is embedded in actions that profoundly affect the body as well as the self. To overcome this deficiency I first adapted insights gained from three American nursing theories which elaborate on the self, self-concept and body image. Second, I draw upon the thinking of the classical American pragmatist tradition, a philosophical-theoretical approach dealing with these three key concepts mentioned. By incorporating the work of George H. Mead and John Dewey and by synthesising its uptake by Anselm Strauss, I atte...

Journal of Nursing Education and Practice
The link between the level of qualification described as competence of the nursing staff and the ... more The link between the level of qualification described as competence of the nursing staff and the patient outcome is repeatedly indicated in patient’s safety studies. The Bologna process initiated in 1999 triggered a Europe-wide reform process in the field of education, leading to reforms in nursing education in Europe that promoted the academization of nursing in many countries. In this context, a shift from teaching to learning outcomes occurred which spurred the development of competence frameworks at the European, national and profession-specific level. Competence measurement instruments are important for improving nursing education as well as nursing practice. Studies using such instruments can point to the strength and limitations of the educational and of the health care system of the countries under study. The aim of this article is to describe the translation process of the English version of the Nurse Professional Competence (NPC) Scale to create a German version to be used...

Journal of Interprofessional Care
This paper presents a study that aimed to validate a translation of a multiple-group measurement ... more This paper presents a study that aimed to validate a translation of a multiple-group measurement scale for interprofessional collaboration (IPC). We used survey data gathered over a three month period as part of a mixed methods study that explored the nature of IPC in Northern Italy. Following a translation from English into Italian and German the survey was distributed online to over 5,000 health professionals (dieticians, nurses, occupational therapists, physicians, physiotherapists, speech therapists and psychologists) based in one regional health trust. In total, 2,238 different health professions completed the survey. Based on the original scale, three principal components were extracted and confirmed as relevant factors for IPC (communication, accommodation and isolation). A confirmatory analysis (3-factor model) was applied to the data of physicians and nurses by language group. In conclusion, the validation of the German and Italian IPC scale has provided an instrument of acceptable reliability and validity for the assessment of IPC involving physicians and nurses.

Nordic Journal of Nursing Research
Nursing education will play an important role in further advancing healthcare transformation in t... more Nursing education will play an important role in further advancing healthcare transformation in the future. The aim of this study was to assess and compare nursing education and self-reported professional competence among nursing students graduating with a bachelor's degree from higher education institutions in Europe. Data were collected using the Nurse Professional Competence Scale including 88 items and eight competence areas. In total, 752 nursing students at 11 higher education institutions in Europe participated in the study, with a response rate of 88.7%. The highest measured mean scores were found in the competence areas ‘Value-based nursing care’ and ‘Medical technical care’ and the lowest were found in ‘Legislation in nursing and safety planning’ and ‘Education and supervision of staff and students’. Nursing students in central Europe scored significantly higher on seven out of the eight competence areas than nursing students in northern and southern Europe. In order t...
Journal of Interprofessional Care

International Journal of Medical Education, 2016
Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate how students perceived their learning ex... more Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate how students perceived their learning experience when combining traditional anatomy lectures with preparatory elearning activities that consisted of fill-in-the-blank assignments, videos, and multiple-choice quizzes. Methods: A qualitative study was conducted to explore changes in study behaviour and perception of learning. Three group interviews with students were conducted and thematically analysed. Results: Data was categorized into four themes: 1. Approaching the course material, 2. Understanding the material, 3. Consolidating the material, and 4. Perceived learning outcome. Students appreciated the clear structure of the course, and reported that online activities encouraged them towards a first engagement with the material. They felt that they were more active during in-class sessions, described self-study before the end-of-term exam as easier, and believed that contents would remain in their memories for a longer time. Conclusions: By adjusting already existing resources, lectures can be combined fairly easily and cost-effectively with preparatory e-learning activities. The creation of online components promote well-structured courses, can help minimize 'student passivity' as a characteristic element of lectures, and can support students in distributing their studies throughout the term, thus suggesting enhanced learning. Further research work should be designed to confirm the afore-mentioned findings through objective measurements of student learning outcomes.
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