背景:为了装备放射技师应对气候变化的负面影响,提供有关行星健康和可持续性的深入教育至关重要。这项研究旨在以津巴布韦的一所高等教育机构为案例研究,以评估放射摄影专业学生对将可持续性纳入其课程的看法。
方法:在哈拉雷的一所高等教育机构进行了一项使用问卷调查的定量横断面研究,津巴布韦,学生连续取样。使用频率和百分比描述分类变量。使用Stata13.1进行数据分析。
结果:111名学生中共有96人参加,86%的反应率。大多数学生相信环保射线照相实践的重要性(90.62%),并认为可持续性对于更好的患者护理至关重要。虽然可持续性教学在课程中得到认可,许多学生在考试中对这个话题没有信心。对于可持续性教学的首选方法没有达成共识。专门研究气候相关领域的大学讲师被视为最适合进行可持续教育的教师。
结论:课程反映了可持续发展教育的努力,但是学生的信心和对以气候为重点的研究单位的认识需要提高。持续教育对于将可持续发展意识与放射线照相的实际影响联系起来至关重要。未来的研究应研究量身定制的教学方法,以使学生有效地参与可持续的射线照相实践。
结论:研究结果强调了持续开展教育和提高认识运动的重要性,以解决理解可持续性的重要性与在射线照相实践中有效实施可持续性之间的脱节。
BACKGROUND: To equip radiographers to tackle the negative impacts of climate change, it is crucial to offer in-depth education on planetary health and
sustainability. This study aimed to use a tertiary institution in Zimbabwe as a
case study to assess radiography students\' views on the integration of
sustainability into their curriculum.
METHODS: A quantitative cross-sectional study using a questionnaire took place at a tertiary institution in Harare, Zimbabwe, where students were sampled consecutively. Categorical variables were described using frequencies and percentages. Data analysis was carried out using Stata 13.1.
RESULTS: A total of 96 out of 111 students participated, with an 86% response rate. The majority of students believed in the importance of environmentally friendly radiography practices (90.62%) and felt that sustainability is crucial for better patient care. While
sustainability teaching was acknowledged in the curriculum, many students were not confident about the topic in exams. There was no consensus on the preferred methods of teaching
sustainability. University lecturers specializing in climate-related fields were seen as the most suitable teachers for sustainability education.
CONCLUSIONS: The curriculum reflects efforts in sustainability education, but student confidence and awareness of climate-focused research units require improvement. Continuous education is crucial to link sustainability awareness with practical implications in radiography. Future studies should investigate tailored teaching methods to engage students effectively in sustainable radiography practices.
CONCLUSIONS: The findings highlight the importance of ongoing education and awareness campaigns to address the disconnect between understanding the importance of sustainability and implementing it effectively in radiography practice.