Abstract
Introduction/Background
Planetary Health, an interdisciplinary field, underscores the interconnectedness of human well-being and Earth's natural systems by advocating for sustainable policies safeguarding both the environment and the health of present and future generations (United Nations, 2023). Climate change threatens Planetary Health, leading to biodiversity loss, altered disease patterns, and challenges like food and water scarcity and extreme weather events, directly impacting human health (IPCC, 2022). To enhance the capacity of the nursing profession to deliver climate-related interventions, Planetary Health must be integrated into the curriculum. Our study aimed to achieve consensus on the knowledge and skills that undergraduate nursing students require to steward healthcare towards a more sustainable future.
Methods
A two-phase real-time Delphi study was employed whereby Phase 1 generated Planetary Health, climate change and sustainability knowledge and skill statements based on a review of relevant literature. Phase 2 consisted of a real-time Delphi survey designed to seek consensus on the proposed statements from a panel of 42 experts.
Results/Evaluation
Of the 49 survey statements, 44 (90%) achieved ≥75% consensus and 26 (53%) achieved ≥80% consensus. Three statements were removed and 32 were modified to improve clarity of language. These statements served as a foundation for curriculum framework for incorporating Planetary Health and climate change education into nursing programs has the potential to produce more environmentally conscious and socially responsible nurses.
Discussion
The lack of agreement on crucial knowledge and skills for nursing students has impeded curriculum development and affected educators' confidence in teaching Planetary Health and climate change. This study contributes a meticulously designed framework of knowledge and skill statements, promising benefits to educators, the upcoming nursing workforce, and, ultimately, the individuals and communities served by nurses.
References
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Climate Change 2022: Impacts, adaptation and vulnerability. Contribution of Working Group II to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Secondary Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability. Contribution of Working Group II to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Accessed October 24, 2023 at: https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6/wg2/
United Nations. Climate Change. Accessed October 24, 2023 https://unfccc.int/climate-action/un-global-climate-action-awards/planetary-health
Planetary Health, an interdisciplinary field, underscores the interconnectedness of human well-being and Earth's natural systems by advocating for sustainable policies safeguarding both the environment and the health of present and future generations (United Nations, 2023). Climate change threatens Planetary Health, leading to biodiversity loss, altered disease patterns, and challenges like food and water scarcity and extreme weather events, directly impacting human health (IPCC, 2022). To enhance the capacity of the nursing profession to deliver climate-related interventions, Planetary Health must be integrated into the curriculum. Our study aimed to achieve consensus on the knowledge and skills that undergraduate nursing students require to steward healthcare towards a more sustainable future.
Methods
A two-phase real-time Delphi study was employed whereby Phase 1 generated Planetary Health, climate change and sustainability knowledge and skill statements based on a review of relevant literature. Phase 2 consisted of a real-time Delphi survey designed to seek consensus on the proposed statements from a panel of 42 experts.
Results/Evaluation
Of the 49 survey statements, 44 (90%) achieved ≥75% consensus and 26 (53%) achieved ≥80% consensus. Three statements were removed and 32 were modified to improve clarity of language. These statements served as a foundation for curriculum framework for incorporating Planetary Health and climate change education into nursing programs has the potential to produce more environmentally conscious and socially responsible nurses.
Discussion
The lack of agreement on crucial knowledge and skills for nursing students has impeded curriculum development and affected educators' confidence in teaching Planetary Health and climate change. This study contributes a meticulously designed framework of knowledge and skill statements, promising benefits to educators, the upcoming nursing workforce, and, ultimately, the individuals and communities served by nurses.
References
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Climate Change 2022: Impacts, adaptation and vulnerability. Contribution of Working Group II to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Secondary Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability. Contribution of Working Group II to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Accessed October 24, 2023 at: https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6/wg2/
United Nations. Climate Change. Accessed October 24, 2023 https://unfccc.int/climate-action/un-global-climate-action-awards/planetary-health
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 180 |
| Number of pages | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 2024 |
| Event | Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators Conference 2024 - Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide, Australia Duration: 1 Jul 2024 → 4 Jul 2024 https://eventstudio.eventsair.com/anzahpe-2024/ https://eventstudio.eventsair.com/anzahpe-2024/abstract-book (Abstract Book) |
Conference
| Conference | Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators Conference 2024 |
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| Abbreviated title | ANZAHPE 2024 |
| Country/Territory | Australia |
| City | Adelaide |
| Period | 1/07/24 → 4/07/24 |
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Keywords
- Planetary health
- climate change
- education
- nursing
