Interrelatedness of African Care Concept ofUbuntuand Caring in Nursing: The Perceptions of Student-Nurses
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Published:2022-07-06
Issue:1
Volume:27
Page:57-67
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ISSN:1091-5710
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Container-title:International Journal for Human Caring
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language:en
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Short-container-title:Int J Hum Caring
Author:
Muhammad-Lawal A.T.,Anokwuru R.A.,Bhana-Pemu V.,Mulaudzi F.M.
Abstract
Ubuntuphilosophy emphasizes the value of caring for one another. Caring is an integral part of the nursing profession. The purpose of the study was to explore perceptions of student-nurses on the interconnectedness ofUbuntuand caring in nursing. Focus group interviews were conducted on Zoom and Google meeting platforms with 49 fourth-year student-nurses. Data were analyzed thematically using Tesch’s eight-step coding process.Ubuntuand caring in nursing emphasize caring for others.Ubuntuis interrelated to caring through its shared values. The incorporation ofUbuntuinto the nursing curriculum has the potential to improve the quality of care in nursing.
Publisher
Springer Publishing Company
Subject
Nursing (miscellaneous),Care Planning,Community and Home Care
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