Web-based instruction in graduate nursing courses was built on learner-centered and adult learning philosophies and interaction at several points: precourse, course start-up, course maintenance, and course closure. Students were relatively satisfied, found the courses convenient, were moderately engaged in active learning, and felt prepared for…

A British university's curriculum model for master's and postgraduate diploma nursing education is characterized by structured collaboration among students, clinical mentors, and academic supervisors. A professional development portfolio individualizes the program and facilitates autonomous learning. (Contains 21 references.) (SK)

Interviews with 15 doctoral students in nursing generated themes related to the usefulness of writing critique. Students expressed a need for clearly designed writing assignments, varied feedback at different stages of the writing process, recognition of individuality, and assistance in finding their scholarly voice. (SK)

Uses data from the Longitudinal Studies on Aging (1984-90) to examine a sample who at baseline lived in community settings and reported problems with urinary incontinence (n=719). Analyses indicate that residents of less urbanized and more thinly populated nonmetropolitan counties were more likely to have a nursing home admission than others. (JPS)

Describes the total cost of care, including both formal and informal services calculated using a market value approach, for a cohort of disabled elderly. The total annual cost of caring was estimated at $9,600; for most elders, the cost of a complete substitution of informal care for formal services, plus living expenses, was less costly than…

Presents data from the development and testing of an instrument created to evaluate the oral health of nursing home residents by nursing personnel. Examination of 100 residents by dentists and 3 categories of trained nurses established statistically significant interrater reliability, suggesting that nursing staff can be taught to evaluate the…

The enrolled nurse qualification in the United Kingdom is being phased out, and nurses have to compete for limited spaces in programs to convert their qualifications. In interviews, 30 enrolled nurses expressed betrayal, anger, frustration, and helplessness at the difficulties they now face in maintaining their qualifications and jobs. (SK)

Compared the health-related fitness knowledge of students in allied health care professions, assessing 48 athletic training students, 33 nursing students, and 36 physical therapy students. On the posttest, athletic training and physical therapy groups scored higher than the nursing group. Discusses implications for health profession education.…

Reform of the undergraduate nursing curriculum at Pace University evolved through a faculty partnership. Grant support enabled faculty development, identification of new community-based clinical sites, and opportunities for faculty clinical practice. Stronger relationships with community agencies were one outcome. (SK)

An alcohol early intervention education package was tested with nursing students; 73 preregistration and 33 registered nurses used it; 71 and 35 were controls. Those using the package showed significant improvement in attitudes about problem and dependent drinkers and in knowledge. (Contains 30 references.) (SK)

Records of 276 registered nurses who took the National League for Nursing Mobility Profile II, a test to validate lower-division credits, were analyzed. Grade point average (GPA) from associate degrees was the strongest predictor of test performance. Baccalaureate nursing programs should consider using GPA as a validation criterion for nursing…

Describes the formation and achievements of an academic-community partnership between the Department of Nursing, Temple University, and two Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, public housing developments. Focuses on the community-developed, community-based public health initiative, "Lead Awareness: North Philly Style," which demonstrates the…

Considers recent hurdles for nurse education within the historical context of the developing nursing curriculum. Traces a pattern and some future indicators from the various obstacles and constraints which have inhibited the progress of nursing in its search for full professional status. (Author/EV)

Field experiences of college students in adult/workplace (n=10), secondary (n=15), and nursing (n=14) education were compared. Common outcomes included professional socialization, confidence in professional roles, and the desire to make a difference. Field experience quality depended on the type of practice opportunities and nature of the setting.…

In 1995, 23 registered nurses working for a bachelor of science degree in nursing completed a community-health course via distance education in Newfoundland. Distance delivery improved access, but students wanted more detailed information about the course and more frequent communication with instructors. (SK)