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Authoring Simulations For High Stakes Student Evaluation, Janet Willhaus, Gail Burleson, Janice Palaganas, Pamela Jeffries
Authoring Simulations For High Stakes Student Evaluation, Janet Willhaus, Gail Burleson, Janice Palaganas, Pamela Jeffries
Nursing Faculty Publications and Presentations
Although simulation methods have primarily been used for teaching in nursing education, there is a growing interest in the use of simulation for student and program evaluation. Developing simulation scenarios for high stakes evaluation differs from traditional teaching/learning scenario authorship in a number of ways. This manuscript describes the process used to write, pilot test, and revise scenarios used in the National League for Nursing High Stakes Testing feasibility study. Observations and reported differences in scenario development and facilitation may provide insight to others regarding the best use of summative simulation scenarios.
Staying Connected: Increases Scholarly Productivity Through Peer Mentorship, Melinda Hermanns
Staying Connected: Increases Scholarly Productivity Through Peer Mentorship, Melinda Hermanns
Nursing Faculty Publications and Presentations
A presentation for the Sigma Theta Tau International 41st Biennial Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, in November, 2013.
Are Im Injections Im In Obese And Overweight Females?: A Study In Injection Technique, Sara Palma, Pamela Strohfus
Are Im Injections Im In Obese And Overweight Females?: A Study In Injection Technique, Sara Palma, Pamela Strohfus
Nursing Faculty Publications and Presentations
If given incorrectly, intramuscular injections may result in poor absorption of drug, reduced drug effectiveness, or irritation to surrounding tissues. In this study, IM injection techniques were observed and documented for needle length, injection site, needle insertion, and stretching or bunching of the skin during injection in a population of adult females. The patients' weights and BMIs were recorded to determine the amount of subcutaneous fat at the injection site. In 22 patients of varied weights, 90% of injections were given within current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice (ACIP) guidelines in normal and underweight patients, and 17% were given within …
Recruitment And Retention Of Rural Nursing Students: A Retrospective Study, J. Bigbee, D. Mixon
Recruitment And Retention Of Rural Nursing Students: A Retrospective Study, J. Bigbee, D. Mixon
Nursing Faculty Publications and Presentations
Introduction: The shortage of registered nurses is an issue globally, but particularly in rural and remote areas. Previous research in medicine suggests that recruiting students from rural backgrounds is an effective strategy to enhance the supply of rural healthcare providers. This strategy has not been widely adopted or evaluated in nursing. The purpose of this study was to compare rural and urban nursing students in relation to application, admission, and retention/graduation trends at a metropolitan state university in the Pacific Northwest area of the USA.
Methods: A retrospective longitudinal descriptive design was used, analyzing existing data from 2005 to …
Teaching Nursing Delegation: An On-Line Case Study, Jayne Josephsen
Teaching Nursing Delegation: An On-Line Case Study, Jayne Josephsen
Nursing Faculty Publications and Presentations
This study examined a delegation content-focused multimodal instructional design based on constructivism and andragogy. These new teaching strategies were offered in a professional concepts course offered on-line during the final semester before graduation of an associates of nursing program. This study found supporting evidence that this pedagogical framework is effective in delivering essential delegation concepts and skills in an on-line course and contributing to student self-efficacy related to delegation abilities.
"A Day In The Life:" A Simulated Experience, Melinda Hermanns, Narisa Waldo, Mary Luanne Lilly
"A Day In The Life:" A Simulated Experience, Melinda Hermanns, Narisa Waldo, Mary Luanne Lilly
Nursing Faculty Publications and Presentations
An experiential learning activity titled, "A Day in the Life" was implemented with nineteen baccalaureate nursing students in order to achieve a holistic understanding of the challenges faced by persons living with Schizophrenia and a physical disability, such as a fracture in an upper extremity or a visual impairment. The role play simulation required that students interact with public transportation and community resources, while assuming the role of a person with Schizophrenia and a physical disability. Using a qualitative descriptive methodology, reflective journals, aesthetic expressions, and post conference discussions about "A Day in the Life" were reviewed and analyzed by …
Preparing Rn’S For The Online Learning Environment, Jayne Josephsen, Vivian Schrader
Preparing Rn’S For The Online Learning Environment, Jayne Josephsen, Vivian Schrader
Nursing Faculty Publications and Presentations
Adult learners returning to online education can face considerable barriers to the successful completion of their degree. These obstacles may be due to work and family obligations, lack of familiarity with course and academic requirements, the use of educational technology, or lack of self-direction in their learning. The authors conceptualized, developed, and implemented a preparatory course in an RN-BS Online Completion program designed to familiarize students with online learning and technological and personal skill requirements that could lead to academic success. This article outlines course development and implementation, syllabus and course objectives related to distance learning, and assignments and rubrics …