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Microcomputers enhance student health fairs

K Ahijevych, K K Boyle, K Burger

The Journal of Nursing Education|January 1, 1985

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Summary

Sophomore students successfully planned and executed a university health fair, enhancing learning and client interaction. Microcomputers effectively boosted participation and nurse-client engagement in health promotion activities.

Area of Science:

Health Education
Nursing Education
Health Promotion

Background:

Health fairs are a recognized method for health care delivery and student learning.
Microcomputers offer potential advantages in client engagement and nurse-client interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess sophomore students' ability to plan and implement a university health fair for learning.
To evaluate the effectiveness of microcomputers in enhancing client participation and nurse-client interactions.

Main Methods:

Literature review on health fairs and microcomputer applications.
Piloting two university health fairs with faculty guidance.
Utilizing microcomputers for nutrition, stress, and substance abuse education.

Main Results:

Clients found the health fair relevant to their health needs.
Students reported significant learning gains from the experience.
Both students and clients showed receptiveness to using microcomputers.

Conclusions:

Sophomore students can effectively plan and implement health fairs as a valuable learning experience.
Microcomputers can be appropriately utilized to improve client participation and nurse-client interactions in health promotion settings.

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