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Practc: Practice Readiness Academic Clinical Training Collaborative –– Gap Analysis To Advance Clinical Training For Nurse Practitioner Students, Jennifer Hartlaub, Mary Ann Muzi, M. Jamie Cairo, John R. Brill, James Weese, Kristin Rivera, Susan Hafemann, Ann M. Rohrer, Julia Schumacher, Terri L. Vandenhouten Apr 2016

Practc: Practice Readiness Academic Clinical Training Collaborative –– Gap Analysis To Advance Clinical Training For Nurse Practitioner Students, Jennifer Hartlaub, Mary Ann Muzi, M. Jamie Cairo, John R. Brill, James Weese, Kristin Rivera, Susan Hafemann, Ann M. Rohrer, Julia Schumacher, Terri L. Vandenhouten

Kristin Rivera

Background: Multiple factors have created a perfect storm of health care provider shortages in the United States. Advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), long established as high-quality, cost-effective health care providers, are meeting health care needs across the nation in a variety of settings, and in Wisconsin will be needed to augment the primary care workforce. With 5.7% of its registered nurses credentialed as APRNs, Wisconsin lags behind the national average of 8.7%. However, current capacity to educate this workforce is strained, requiring innovative data-driven clinical education models. Purpose: To identify gaps in the current clinical educational framework for nurse practitioner …


Nursing Education At Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne, Sarah Beckman, Sanna Boxley-Harges, Lois Lowry Dec 2014

Nursing Education At Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne, Sarah Beckman, Sanna Boxley-Harges, Lois Lowry

Sarah J. Beckman

No abstract provided.


Three Technology Enhancements In Nursing Education: Informatics Instruction, Personal Response Systems, And Human Patient Simulation, R. Jensen, Linda Meyer, Carol Sternberger Jul 2014

Three Technology Enhancements In Nursing Education: Informatics Instruction, Personal Response Systems, And Human Patient Simulation, R. Jensen, Linda Meyer, Carol Sternberger

Carol S Sternberger

No abstract provided.


Over Mountains, Across Rivers, And Through Woods: Teaching Collaboratively Using A Cross-Platform Environment, Carol Sternberger, B. Deal, R. Fountain Jul 2014

Over Mountains, Across Rivers, And Through Woods: Teaching Collaboratively Using A Cross-Platform Environment, Carol Sternberger, B. Deal, R. Fountain

Carol S Sternberger

No abstract provided.


Clinical Education Adapts To Changing Times, P. Jarzemsky, S. Kruger, Stephanie Gilbertson-White Nov 2013

Clinical Education Adapts To Changing Times, P. Jarzemsky, S. Kruger, Stephanie Gilbertson-White

Stephanie Gilbertson-White

No abstract provided.


Changes In The Diagnostic Process During 40 Years Of Clinicopathologic Conferences, A. Feinstein, Jennifer Niebyl May 2013

Changes In The Diagnostic Process During 40 Years Of Clinicopathologic Conferences, A. Feinstein, Jennifer Niebyl

Jennifer R Niebyl

No abstract provided.


Oral Hypoglycemic Agents In Pregnancy, N. Tran, Stephen Hunter, J. Yankowitz May 2013

Oral Hypoglycemic Agents In Pregnancy, N. Tran, Stephen Hunter, J. Yankowitz

Stephen K. Hunter

Pregnancies in diabetic women are associated with increased risk of spontaneous abortion, congenital malformations, preeclampsia, preterm labor, macrosomia, shoulder dystocia, and cesarean section. Advances in antepartum cares and strict adherence to dietary and insulin regimens have been shown to significantly reduce the rate of maternal morbidity as well as perinatal morbidity and mortality. Historically, reports of potential fetal teratogenicity and hypoglycemic effects on the fetus contraindicated the use of oral hypoglycemic agents in pregnancies complicated with either type II diabetes mellitus (DM) or gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Recently, physicians increasingly prescribe newer generations of oral hypoglycemic agents to treat GDM …


Obstetric Forceps Training Using Visual Feedback And The Isometric Strength Testing Unit, Kimberly Leslie, P. Dipasquale-Lehnerz, M. Smith Feb 2013

Obstetric Forceps Training Using Visual Feedback And The Isometric Strength Testing Unit, Kimberly Leslie, P. Dipasquale-Lehnerz, M. Smith

Kimberly K. Leslie

OBJECTIVE: This is a descriptive study that tested the maximum traction residents could apply to forceps during simulations. Visual feedback was then used to reinforce an optimal range of traction, and the ability of residents to reproduce this pull when blinded was assessed. METHODS: Fifty-five residents participated in 6 pulling exercises using an isometric strength testing unit with a real-time computer printout of the force applied. Maximum traction was determined for male and female residents in standing and sitting positions. Visual feedback was then used to estimate whether residents could be trained to reproduce an optimal force range of 30-45 …


Comparison Of Selected Teaching Strategies Incorporating Simulation And Student Outcomes, Elizabeth Swanson, Anita Nicholson, Teresa Boese, Ellen Cram, Anita Stineman, Kimberly Tew Oct 2012

Comparison Of Selected Teaching Strategies Incorporating Simulation And Student Outcomes, Elizabeth Swanson, Anita Nicholson, Teresa Boese, Ellen Cram, Anita Stineman, Kimberly Tew

Elizabeth A. Swanson

No abstract provided.


Simply The Best: Teaching Gerontological Nursing Students To Teach Evidence-Based Practice. Creating Tip Sheets Can Help Achieve The Goal Of Implementing Ebp In Clinical Facilities, Deborah Schoenfelder Oct 2012

Simply The Best: Teaching Gerontological Nursing Students To Teach Evidence-Based Practice. Creating Tip Sheets Can Help Achieve The Goal Of Implementing Ebp In Clinical Facilities, Deborah Schoenfelder

Deborah P. Schoenfelder

This article describes a teaching strategy used in an undergraduate gerontological nursing clinical course to familiarize students with evidence-based practice. Students are required to read and summarize an assigned evidence-based practice guideline published by The University of Iowa Gerontological Nursing Interventions Research Center. They then develop a "tip sheet," based on the assigned guideline, to disseminate to health care staff at their practicum sites, which is either a long-term care facility or a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. Nursing students' reactions to the assignment and nursing staff's responses to the tip sheets are discussed.


Creative Practicum Leadership Experiences In Rural Settings, Deborah Schoenfelder, J. Valde Oct 2012

Creative Practicum Leadership Experiences In Rural Settings, Deborah Schoenfelder, J. Valde

Deborah P. Schoenfelder

Rural healthcare systems provide rich learning environments for nursing students, where strong nursing leaders manage care for people with diverse health problems across the lifespan. The authors describe the development, implementation, and evaluation of rural clinical leadership practicum, a prelicensure course that specifically focuses on the application of leadership concepts in small rural healthcare systems.


Economics And The Education Of Nurse Anesthetists: Part 1, Cormac O'Sullivan, E. Thompson Sep 2012

Economics And The Education Of Nurse Anesthetists: Part 1, Cormac O'Sullivan, E. Thompson

Cormac T. O'Sullivan

No abstract provided.


Economics And The Education Of Nurse Anesthetists: Part 2, Cormac O'Sullivan, E. Thompson Sep 2012

Economics And The Education Of Nurse Anesthetists: Part 2, Cormac O'Sullivan, E. Thompson

Cormac T. O'Sullivan

Economic assumptions and other factors affecting the economics of nurse anesthesia education are presented in Part 2 of this 2-part column. In Part 1, published in the October 2004 issue of the AANA Journal, general economic principles and healthcare economic principles in particular were described, explained, and related to the current US healthcare system.


An Examination Of The Sustainable Adoption Of Whole-Person Care (Wpc), Maria Joseph, D. Laughon, Richard Bogue Sep 2012

An Examination Of The Sustainable Adoption Of Whole-Person Care (Wpc), Maria Joseph, D. Laughon, Richard Bogue

Maria (Lindell) Joseph

AIM: This study illustrates how King's theory of goal attainment was used to focus an examination of whole-person care (WPC) and to extend the range of knowledge needed for WPC and nursing practice. BACKGROUND: Leadership implemented a faith-based innovation using continuing education for patient care that incorporates body-mind-spirit and eight principles called CREATION. Three questions arose: (1) Is there an evidence-based framework to determine whether the philosophy supports the discipline of nursing? (2) How extensive is the adoption and application of WPC? (3) Does the model make a difference in the context of nurse-patient interactions and outcomes in support of …


Professional Issues. Health Care Quality And Outcome Guidelines For Nursing Of Children And Families: Implications For Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Practice, Research, And Policy, C. Betz, J. Cowell, Martha Craft-Rosenberg, M. Krajicek, M. Lobo Aug 2012

Professional Issues. Health Care Quality And Outcome Guidelines For Nursing Of Children And Families: Implications For Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Practice, Research, And Policy, C. Betz, J. Cowell, Martha Craft-Rosenberg, M. Krajicek, M. Lobo

Martha J. Craft-Rosenberg

No abstract provided.


Using Nanda, Nic, And Noc In An Undergraduate Nursing Practicum, K. Smith, Martha Craft-Rosenberg Aug 2012

Using Nanda, Nic, And Noc In An Undergraduate Nursing Practicum, K. Smith, Martha Craft-Rosenberg

Martha J. Craft-Rosenberg

Although use of diagnoses originally developed by NANDA (now known as NANDA-I), NIC, and NOC in education and practice is increasing, many faculty members have not been educated in their use and may be reluctant to teach these languages. This article provides guidance on the use of NANDA-I, NIC, and NOC in clinical education. This guidance will facilitate both faculty and student learning.


Proposed Changes In University Of Iowa College Of Nursing Curriculum, Martha Craft-Rosenberg Aug 2012

Proposed Changes In University Of Iowa College Of Nursing Curriculum, Martha Craft-Rosenberg

Martha J. Craft-Rosenberg

No abstract provided.


Using A Wiki To Enhance Knowing Participation In Change In The Teaching-Learning Process, Howard Butcher, Janette Taylor Aug 2012

Using A Wiki To Enhance Knowing Participation In Change In The Teaching-Learning Process, Howard Butcher, Janette Taylor

Janette Y. Taylor

No abstract provided.


Engaging Racial Autoethnography As A Teaching Tool For Womanist Inquiry, Janette Taylor, Melissa Lehan Mackin, A. Oldenburg Aug 2012

Engaging Racial Autoethnography As A Teaching Tool For Womanist Inquiry, Janette Taylor, Melissa Lehan Mackin, A. Oldenburg

Janette Y. Taylor

Racial autobiography, self-narratives on how one learned about the idea of race, has been underutilized as a tool to familiarize and orient students in the process of critical inquiry for nursing research. The aims of this article are to explore how racial autoethnography: (1) repositions students to effect an epistemological change, (2) challenges dominant ideology, and (3) functions as a link between the student and critical theories for use in nursing research. Students engage in and share reflective narrative about a variety of instructional materials used in the course. Reflective narratives are presented in a framework that addresses white racial …


Engaging Racial Autoethnography As A Teaching Tool For Womanist Inquiry, Janette Taylor, Melissa Lehan Mackin, A. Oldenburg Dec 2011

Engaging Racial Autoethnography As A Teaching Tool For Womanist Inquiry, Janette Taylor, Melissa Lehan Mackin, A. Oldenburg

Melissa Lehan Mackin

Racial autobiography, self-narratives on how one learned about the idea of race, has been underutilized as a tool to familiarize and orient students in the process of critical inquiry for nursing research. The aims of this article are to explore how racial autoethnography: (1) repositions students to effect an epistemological change, (2) challenges dominant ideology, and (3) functions as a link between the student and critical theories for use in nursing research. Students engage in and share reflective narrative about a variety of instructional materials used in the course. Reflective narratives are presented in a framework that addresses white racial …


Developing A Master's Program In Nursing, R. Epstein, Virginia Conley, A. Connolly Nov 2011

Developing A Master's Program In Nursing, R. Epstein, Virginia Conley, A. Connolly

Virginia M. Conley

No abstract provided.


Becoming A Registered Nurse: The Nurse Extern Experience, K. Starr, Virginia Conley Nov 2011

Becoming A Registered Nurse: The Nurse Extern Experience, K. Starr, Virginia Conley

Virginia M. Conley

Little is known about the perceptions of nursing students externing in newly developed hospital-based programs that focus on socialization and transition to the registered nurse (RN) role rather than on institutional recruitment and retention goals. This qualitative study explored student nurse externs' expectations, experiences, and benefits of participation in a student-focused externship program. Externs wanted to gain experience with skills and learn what it was like to be an RN. Goals were met or exceeded by becoming comfortable in the externship role, growing in skill performance and confidence, and becoming members of the healthcare team. The experience fostered growth from …


Evaluation Of Students In Baccalaureate Nursing Programs, Virginia Conley, A. Friesner, U. Krumme Nov 2011

Evaluation Of Students In Baccalaureate Nursing Programs, Virginia Conley, A. Friesner, U. Krumme

Virginia M. Conley

No abstract provided.


Agent-Based Research: Computational Modeling For Advancing Nursing Science: Using Agent-Based Research Tools In Graduate Nursing Education, Virginia Conley Nov 2011

Agent-Based Research: Computational Modeling For Advancing Nursing Science: Using Agent-Based Research Tools In Graduate Nursing Education, Virginia Conley

Virginia M. Conley

No abstract provided.


Reconceptualizing The Core Of Nurse Practitioner Education And Practice, M. Burman, A. Hart, Virginia Conley, J. Brown, P. Sherard, P. Clarke Nov 2011

Reconceptualizing The Core Of Nurse Practitioner Education And Practice, M. Burman, A. Hart, Virginia Conley, J. Brown, P. Sherard, P. Clarke

Virginia M. Conley

PURPOSE: The movement to the doctor of nursing practice (DNP) is progressing rapidly with new programs emerging and curricular documents being developed. We argue that the implementation of the DNP is a good move for nursing, provided that we use the opportunity to reconceptualize the core of advanced practice nursing, especially nurse practitioner (NP) practice. DATA SOURCES: Theory and research articles from nursing focused on advanced practice nursing, NPs, and doctoral education. CONCLUSIONS: The foundation of NP education is currently based essentially on borrowed or shared content in assessment, pharmacology, and pathophysiology. We argue that the heart and soul of …


Future Nursing Administration Graduate Curricula, Part I: Call To Action, K. Harris, Diane Huber, R. Jones, M. Manojlovich, C. Reineck Nov 2011

Future Nursing Administration Graduate Curricula, Part I: Call To Action, K. Harris, Diane Huber, R. Jones, M. Manojlovich, C. Reineck

Diane Huber

No abstract provided.


Patient Outcomes: A Measure Of Nursing's Value, M. Oermann, Diane Huber Nov 2011

Patient Outcomes: A Measure Of Nursing's Value, M. Oermann, Diane Huber

Diane Huber

As nurses, we know that our patients benefit from the care we provide. But can we verify our effectiveness?


The Iowa Model: A Proposed Model For Nursing Administration, M. Johnson, Diane Gardner, K. Kelly, Meridean Maas, J. Mccloskey Nov 2011

The Iowa Model: A Proposed Model For Nursing Administration, M. Johnson, Diane Gardner, K. Kelly, Meridean Maas, J. Mccloskey

Diane Huber

The purpose of the Iowa Model is to serve both as a heuristic device and as a framework for articulating knowledge for nursing administration research, practice, and education. The model delineates two domains of knowledge (systems and outcomes), each with three levels (patient aggregates, the organization, and the health care system). Concepts useful for knowledge development are identified for each level. Practice, research, and curricular applications of the model are made.


Outcomes Of An Adjunct Executive Appointment For Faculty, Diane Huber, J. Maske Nov 2011

Outcomes Of An Adjunct Executive Appointment For Faculty, Diane Huber, J. Maske

Diane Huber

The Council on Graduate Education for Administration in Nursing (CGEAN) was established to further develop and improve graduate education for administration in nursing. The Council seeks to identify the nature and direction of education for administration in nursing in various healthcare systems, providing guidelines for programs offering administration. A major goal of CGEAN is facilitating dialogue between nursing service administrators and graduate level educators who are engaged in teaching and research related to administration in nursing. This column, sponsored by the members of the Council, analyzes and responds to position statements and trends related to the delivery of health services …


What Is The Study Of Nursing Service Administration?, J. Mccloskey, Diane Gardner, M. Johnson, Meridean Maas Nov 2011

What Is The Study Of Nursing Service Administration?, J. Mccloskey, Diane Gardner, M. Johnson, Meridean Maas

Diane Huber

No abstract provided.