Mind the Gap: What Does a Critical Care Problem Based-learning Module do for Nursing Students?

Within the HEI setting it is crucial for student nurses to recognise and link the application of module sessions to real clinical practice and address the documented theory-practice gap'. An Action Research study examined the student perspective pre and post a critical care nursing module. Qualitative and quantitative data reported that students viewed the PBL as having a positive impact on their everyday practice, specifically in improved teamwork,communication and increased confidence. A significant shift in attitude of PBL as a suitable learning approach was demonstrated pre and post the student experience. The study and the students have informed the future nursing curriculum at the University of Worcester.