Several factors contribute to the lack of hands-on experience in nursing:
1. Limited Clinical Placements: Many nursing programs face challenges in securing enough clinical placement sites for their students. This can be due to a shortage of healthcare facilities willing or able to take students, or logistical issues in coordinating placements. 2. COVID-19 Pandemic: The pandemic has exacerbated the problem by limiting access to clinical environments. Many healthcare facilities have restricted student access to reduce the risk of virus transmission. 3. Faculty Shortages: A shortage of qualified nursing faculty can limit the ability of nursing programs to offer adequate clinical experience. Without enough instructors, programs may struggle to provide the necessary supervision for students in clinical settings. 4. Resource Limitations: Some educational institutions may lack the resources, such as simulation labs and clinical equipment, to provide sufficient hands-on training.
