Describes development, implementation, and evaluation of a model abuse prevention curriculum designed for nursing assistants. Findings from the evaluation are presented that showed high satisfaction with the program and improvement on a number of indicators, including reduced conflict with and abuse of residents. (Author)

Argues for a synthesis of and respect for various educational pedagogies; acknowledges the core values and beliefs about education that reflect infinite human variety. (SK)

An applied clinical research course helped nursing students acquire an understanding of research and its relationship to clinical practice. The course contrasted qualitative and quantitative methods, addressed ethical issues, and involved students in interviewing older adults about health behavior. (SK)

As part of 5-state study of impact of special care units for demented residents, surveyed approximately 2,000 nursing homes to identify facilities that maintained some form of special care unit. Estimated prevalence of such units was 11 percent, suggesting that special care units are far more numerous than had previously been reported. (Author/NB)

The experiences of nurse Lystra Gretter at the turn of the century show similarities with nursing today. Then and now, nursing provides a way for single parents to be self-supporting, and nurses were exposed to lethal diseases. However, nursing is now taught by nurses, not physicians. Credit hours have increased, and hours of clinical experience…

Discusses a study of directors of nursing in six southern states to determine whether associate degree nurses (ADNs) meet the National League for Nursing competencies after six months of practice as a registered nurse. Responses indicated that the competencies were realistic and that newly practicing ADNs are barely meeting them. (JOW)

Interviewed nursing assistants (n=40) and nursing facility residents (n=37) regarding ways they experienced respect, disrespect, attachment, and distancing in their relationships with each other. As a result of finding evidence of disrespect, an inservice session on gaining respect as a nursing assistant was presented. (ABL)

Baccalaureate nurse educators (n=255) reported that their use of 10 environment-based strategies in the classroom or clinical setting may foster recognition of diagnostic patterns likely to be encountered in clinical practice. Results show that faculty, consciously or unconsciously, use environment-based strategies to facilitate student selection…

Discusses the many different taxonomies of nursing diagnosis and how it can be brought out of the theory into practical application. Explains five steps of nursing diagnosis: assessment, formulation, expected outcomes, individualized interventions, and evaluation. (JOW)

Arranged by state, this list of bachelors' and masters' degree programs accredited by the National League for Nursing also indicates the date of next accreditation visit and identifies any programs that are on warning status. (SK)

Investigated contention that differences in styles of reminiscence of older persons could be explained by their levels of ego development in women (n=75) residing in long-term care facilities. Found women with affirming styles of reminiscence had higher levels of ego development than women with negating and despairing styles. (Author/ABL)

The University of Rochester's community nursing center is an entrepreneurial model for faculty practice based on sound business principles to enhance financial success. These principles include development and pricing of the product of nursing services, consumer dialogue instead of advertising monologue, and a diversified income base. (SK)

Current and anticipated changes in health care require changes in master's-level nursing education, especially in preparation for health promotion, primary health care, and case management. Questions must be resolved about core knowledge, research preparation, and an appropriate title for advanced practice nurses. (SK)

A national survey of 51 state boards of examiners for nursing education found that educational qualifications for board members are virtually nonexistent, different requirements exist for various types of programs, and there is great disparity among states in content for nursing education and the mandated process. (SK)

The representation of minority faculty in nursing education is inadequate to support the needs of students, faculties, and the institutions. Faculty consultation is a strategy to support the cultural diversity mission of the college. (Author)