Challenges and Culture Shock Symptoms among International Nursing Students at Cairo University
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Nursing and health Science - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 4
Abstract
Cairo University was on the top to attract international students from all the Middle East and Africa. Aim of the study was to explore challenges and culture shock symptoms among international nursing students at Cairo University. Descriptive exploratory design was utilized. Tools for data collection were divided into 3 main Parts: Demographic characteristics; challenges faced by international nursing students and demonstrated into 5 sections; and culture shock symptoms assessment Sheet. Results showed that homesickness followed by missing own culture were the most common symptoms faced by the subjects. Facing challenges with academic achievement was the higher percentage faced by the student followed by difficulties to communicate with patients in the clinical practice, to learn new behaviors to adapt with the new culture and discrimination, was the most social concern. In addition financial challenges because absence of scholarship. The study recommends an orientation program tailored to the needs of the students, peer support in the clinical practices, and a culture sensitive curriculum to avoid racism and discrimination
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Liliane Isaac Iskander Narouz
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