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    Confronting uncomfortable truths: Receptivity and resistance to Aboriginal content in midwifery education

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    Thackrah, Rosalie
    Thompson, Sandra
    Date
    2013
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Thackrah, Rosalie and Thompson, Sandra. 2013. Confronting uncomfortable truths: Receptivity and resistance to Aboriginal content in midwifery education. Contemporary Nurse. 46 (1): pp. 113-122.
    Source Title
    Contemporary Nurse
    DOI
    10.5172/conu.2013.46.1.113
    ISSN
    1037 6178
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    Copyright © 2013 eContent Management Pty Ltd

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    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/29146
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    Objectives: The emotional responses of students undertaking a new, compulsory unit on Indigenous cultures and health were investigated as part of a broader study looking at culturally secure practice in midwifery education and service provision for Aboriginal women. Methods: Classroom observations were conducted on a first year midwifery cohort from July to October 2012 and students completed ‘before and after’ questionnaires. Results: A spectrum of emotional responses was identified and found to be consistent with studies of medical student exposure to Aboriginal content. While stereotypes were challenged and perceptions altered as a result of the content, issues surrounding racism remained unresolved, with some students expressing dismay at the attitudes of their peers. Conclusion: This study confirmed the need for content on Aboriginal health and cultures to extend beyond one unit in a course. Learning and knowledge must be carefully integrated and developed to maximise understanding and ensure that unresolved issues are addressed.

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