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Base in the case study (attach) answer the following questions:
Reflective Questions
- How would you address Albert’s beliefs?
- What learning would be needed in each domain?
- What learning theories would you consider?
- How might his family concerns be addressed?
Case Study Module 6
This module’s case study focuses on Albert, a 36-year-old man who has a misconception about immunization. Albert believes that immunizations have several adversities than benefits. Moreover, he is concerned about traveling to the Middle East and leaving his six months pregnant wife behind. To address Albert’s concerns, I would consider enlightening him about immunization using auditory and visual learning, cognitive and constructivism learning theories, and reassuring him of his family’s medical safety before leaving for the trip.
I would address Albert’s beliefs by using medical facts to enlighten him about immunization and eliminate any misconceptions about the practice. Arguably, learning would be crucial to help Albert realize that his preconceived beliefs are erroneous and illogical. However, to get rid of his misconception, one must use facts, including evidence and scholarly work in the nursing discipline to convince Albert that his beliefs are flawed.
Based on the analysis of the case information, it is evident that auditory and visual learning would be needed in each domain. Kayalar & Kayalar2 (2017) note that auditory learning helps learners remember what they hear through auditory representation. Therefore, this type of learning would help Albert grasp the information disseminated regarding immunization. In the form of immunization charts and images, visual learning would also be ideal in demonstrating how immunization works and helping Albert retain such knowledge in the long term.
Besides auditory and visual learning, I would also consider learning theories such as cognitive and constructivism to facilitate Albert’s enlightenment about immunization. Pange, Lekka, and Toki (2010) argue that learning is viewed as acquiring new information under cognitive learning theory. Therefore, this theory would be ideal for equipping Albert with a fresh perspective about immunization and its benefits. On the other hand, scholars argue that constructivism considers learning as “an active process where the learners build on their representations by giving points to their prior knowledge” (Pange, Lekka & Toki, 2010, p.801). In this case, the constructivism theory would help Albert shift from being a passive to an active learner. This learning theory would also help him build on his existing knowledge about immunization based on the information obtained during our interaction.
Furthermore, Albert’s family concerns may also be addressed by reassuring him about his wife’s safety during his trip. Notably, professional assurance about the mother and child’s safety may put Albert’s mind at ease. Besides, assuring Albert about the availability of an abled nursing team that would take care of his wife during an emergency may also lower his concerns.
References
Kayalar, F., & Kayalar2, F. (2017). The effects of auditory learning strategy on learning skills of language learners (Student’s view). Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 22(10), 4-10. Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/320880247_The_effects_of_Auditory_Learning_Strategy_on_Learning_Skills_of_Language_Learners_Students%27_Views
Pange, J., Lekka, A., & Toki, E. I. (2010). Different learning theories applied to diverse learning subjects A pilot study. Procedia – Social and Behavioral Sciences, 9(1), 800–804. doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2010.12.237