The Risk Appraisal Instrument was adapted and applied to records of 538 graduates of a nursing program 1995-1998. The instrument correctly classified nearly 61% of failures on the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses and correctly predicted 72% of overall results. In comparison, statistically more complex methods classify 76-92%…

Explains and compares Thich Naht Hanh's concept of interbeing and mindfulness and Jean Watson's theory of human caring. Describes the application of mindful practices to holistic nursing and nursing education. (Contains 12 references.) (SK)

Suggests new practice roles for nurses resulting from genomic research and outlines the proposed position of genomics nurse care coordinator. Discusses national and international initiatives to certify nurses' genetic knowledge and skills for practice. (Contains 22 references.) (SK)

Nursing faculty (n=187, 37% response) completed the Principles of Adult Learning Scale. Results suggested that they were more teacher than learner centered and written philosophies reflected teacher centeredness. However, their use of student-centered language indicates they recognize the need but do not know how to implement it. (Contains 31…

Exchanges between a clinically experienced registered nurse undertaking graduate study and her mentor, a nursing professor, illustrate antecedent relationship factors, mentoring phases, outcomes, and the mentoring mindset. (Contains 13 references.) (SK)

Describes eight topics related to chemical/biological terrorism for a standalone nursing course or integration into other courses: surveillance systems; identification, communication, and response; chemical agents; biological agents; recognition of covert exposure; patient decontamination and mass triage; availability and safety of therapies; and…

Advocates a course-specific electronic reserve for timely, simplified distribution of course readings. Provides guidelines for the copyright and fair use implications of electronic reserve, suggesting a password-protected site. Explains the logistics of file creation, software, and hardware. (Contains 14 references.) (SK)

Addresses the nursing shortage and public fatigue surrounding the topic of the health care crisis. Describes the knowledge worker model and hospitals' move to a business model and the implications of these models for the reframing of nursing education. (SK)

Presents a key module in a 3-day train-the-trainer course in end-of-life nursing--competence in communicating with patients and families. Factors affecting communication, coping strategies for families, strategies for classroom and clinical teaching, and resources are described. (SK)

A video containing narratives from a phenomenological study of Alzheimer's patients introduces nursing students to concepts, processes, methods, and ethical issues in research. It engages students in qualitative thinking and helps demonstrate the relevance of research to practice. (SK)

Describes concept maps as a tool to help nursing students organize and analyze information in multiple formats. Illustrates uses by undergraduate and graduate students. (Contains 40 references.) (SK)

In China, nursing has been a secondary-level trade, although modernization and pressures on the health care system are increasing the prevalence of degree programs. The ministry of health beginning to regulate practice and establish standards. Education of key administrators and stakeholders is crucial. (Contains 11 references.) (SK)

In lieu of lectures, instructional packages with audiotapes on maternal-child nursing theory were given to students prior to interactive classes. The majority favored the audiotape/interactive class format and liked self-pacing. Faculty could spend more time planning interactive content and observed that students were better prepared for class.…

Content analysis of 68 caring narratives of nursing graduate students examined context, processes, and fulfillment. Themes were identified: (1) nurses need to care for themselves in order to care for others; (2) emotional attachment has dangers; (3) caring is a moral responsibility; (4) reflections on care teach about caring; and (5) reflection…

To facilitate the success of beginning nursing faculty, a self-governing support group was formed to share information and experiences and conduct scholarly projects. Emotional and instrumental support and tenure-related activities helped reduce stress, increase collegiality, and enhance faculty success. (Contains 15 references.) (SK)