Nursing students' learning from involvement in research projects: an integrative literature review

David de Sousa Loura, Rafael Alves Bernardes, Cristina Lavareda Baixinho, Helga Rafael Henriques, Isa Brito Félix, Mara Pereira Guerreiro
2022 Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem  
Objective: To identify the learning outcomes and skills obtained of undergraduate nursing students involved in research projects. Methods: This was an integrative literature review, based on a research protocol in the CINAHL Complete databases; Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials; Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews; Cochrane Methodology Register; MedicLatina; MEDLINE, Scopus and JBI, including primary and secondary studies, published between 2015 and 2020. Results: A total of
more » ... e heterogeneous articles were included, which were categorized using Kirkpatrick's (adapted) model. Seventeen learning outcomes acquired through participation in research projects were identified, from the learning of new knowledge and skills to the development of new attitudes and behaviors. Final considerations: The involvement of nursing students in research projects is important to their professional development. Future investment in research on this topic can help cement the potential of this type of student involvement.
doi:10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0053 pmid:34614084 fatcat:rbhiurj7l5gztolvtmud3wqiiq