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Physical Therapy Student Perceptions Of A Global Health Service Learning Experience: A Qualitative Synthesis, Marissa Ginnett Spt, Meagan Patrick Spt, Cassandra St. Martin Spt, Holly Roberts
Physical Therapy Student Perceptions Of A Global Health Service Learning Experience: A Qualitative Synthesis, Marissa Ginnett Spt, Meagan Patrick Spt, Cassandra St. Martin Spt, Holly Roberts
Physical Therapy Research Symposium
Background and Purpose: In March 2019, eight physical therapy students (SPTs) from University of Puget Sound traveled to Zacapa, Guatemala to work with Hearts In Motion to deliver rehabilitation services and education for five days as part of a global health service learning experience (SLE). Throughout the SLE, students responded to journal prompts reflecting on their experiences. This analysis explores the impact of student experiences by identifying recurring themes in journal entries.
Methods: Eight students provided written consent for analysis of personal journal entries. Three student reviewers completed a qualitative evaluation of journals using a constant comparative method. Reviewers used …