A method for teaching nursing research that includes both naturalistic and positivistic approaches consists of five elements: (1) creating a nonthreatening environment; (2) using guided imagery; (3) teaching along a continuum of inquiry; (4) take-home and midterm exams based on clinical situations; and (5) developing written research proposals.…

Interviews with nine nursing students revealed that they are able to define experiential learning, consider role playing the chief method, are aware of theory-practice issues, understand the importance of reflective practice, and view clinical supervision as an integral part of experiential learning. (SK)

Ernest Boyer's four dimensions of scholarship--discovery, integration, application, and teaching--are congruent with nursing research. The University of Texas-Houston's nursing school uses Boyer's concept as a framework for outlining expectations of faculty and students. (SK)

Usable responses from 285 nursing faculty at 35 of 44 schools with doctoral programs showed overall satisfaction with work, coworkers, and supervision. Tenured faculty at large universities with collective bargaining are more satisfied with pay. Faculty in undergraduate programs have less satisfaction. (SK)

Nursing faculty must not only teach ethics to prospective nurses but also demonstrate it in relationships with students. Principles for ethical educational practice include mutual respect, open communication, boundary setting, consistent behaviors, and personal values. (SK)

Addresses the recognition of differences between clinical and research data in using computerized clinical nursing databases and the issues of privacy and confidentiality for patients whose records are involved. Describes procedures for assessing the quality and usability of these data for nursing research. (SK)

Responses from 125 of 290 nursing undergraduates indicated their attitudes ranged from most to least positive regarding people with AIDS acquired through blood transfusion, heterosexual activity, homosexual activity, and needle sharing. Homophobia, fear of AIDS, and perceived susceptibility were inversely related with intention to care for AIDS…

In the Caring for the Community Initiative, a nursing school provides five community-based health programs for underserved populations, which serve as clinical practice and service learning sites for students. The programs provide faculty opportunities to integrate their research, teaching, and service roles. (SK)

Evaluation of multidisciplinary team teaching about ongoing bereavement in an eldercare unit found that participants appreciated opportunities to discuss their experiences. Practice changes were observed in listening and receiving suggestions, although no changes were made in the way they worked with residents. (Contains 26 references.) (SK)

An action research study found that newly qualified community nurses were very positive about their new roles and able to use analytic skills in practice. However, they felt inadequately prepared for work pressures and the pace of activity. (SK)

A survey of nursing education programs in England revealed that the teaching of pharmacology is usually integrated into curriculum. Respondents felt insufficient time was devoted to it and that there were opportunities for integrating pharmacology knowledge and patient education in practice settings. (SK)

Reviews problems identified in previous research on evidence-based nursing practice; discusses conflicts between medical and nursing domains; explores the provenance and status of the clinical guideline as a translation artefact or bridging mechanism based on a social studies of science approach; and presents a case study of Scottish clinical…

In focus groups 10 graduates of a distance education master's in nursing program discussed the degree's impact on their careers and the importance of personal support in completing the program. Distance education enabled them to remain based in their communities, improving access to health care and raising community awareness of the role of…

Teaching constructively may make students approach assignments cautiously because of the relativistic nature of constructivism. Analysis of 30 nursing students' narratives shows that narrative is a useful technique for developing critical thinking because it encourages student openness and flexibility. (SK)

Interviews with 12 fourth-year student nurses in Scotland indicated that they found communicating with terminally ill and dying patients and their families difficult. Although lectures on death and dying were helpful, support and guidance for dealing with these issues in clinical practice were needed. (SK)