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Canadian Nursing Students’ Experiences With Medical Assistance In Dying / Les Expériences D’Étudiantes En Sciences Infirmières Au Regard De L’Aide Médicale À Mourir, Cedar Mcmechan, Anne Bruce, Rosanne Beuthin
Canadian Nursing Students’ Experiences With Medical Assistance In Dying / Les Expériences D’Étudiantes En Sciences Infirmières Au Regard De L’Aide Médicale À Mourir, Cedar Mcmechan, Anne Bruce, Rosanne Beuthin
Quality Advancement in Nursing Education - Avancées en formation infirmière
The recent introduction of medical assistance in dying (MAiD) has significant implications for healthcare workers, nurse educators, and society at large. Nursing students are being asked to participate directly or indirectly with a medically assisted death. Little is known about nursing students’ experiences with or attitudes toward MAiD in Canada.The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of fourth-year nursing students in caring for patients who choose MAiD. The aim was to understand students’ perceptions of their educational preparation regarding MAiD and identify potential gaps in existing knowledge and skills. A qualitative design and thematic analysis were used. …