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Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:55:05 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470416&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001703%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470416 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 15:13:55 +0100 5470416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470417&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001612%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This Editorial Review focuses on the experiences of lecturers at The University of Nottingham in developing an interprofessional learning (IPL) initiative jointly between graduate entry to nursing (GEN) and graduate entry to medicine (GEM) programmes. We discuss the underpinning rationale for the development of this IPL initiative and reflect on our experiences and some of the challenges to date. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470417 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5470417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228350&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001375%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228350 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 06:12:25 +0100 5228350 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228351&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001314%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Midwifery education is fundamental to underpin the changes and developments taking place internationally. The present and future midwifery workforce requires knowledge and skills to deliver quality care, ensuring in the process that the cultural, social and political context of maternity services is taken into account. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228351 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228351 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470435&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001259%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The multifaceted problem of violence in the Emergency Department (ED) is something which is of international interest, particularly in relation to the negative health effects identified by the World Health Organization (). Because workplace violence against nursing staff in EDs is poorly researched (), this book adds to a relatively small body of literature surrounding this topic. This book, primarily written for a North American audience, attempts to educate the reader about a broad spectrum of issues related to violence and the emergency department. However, its ambitious scope has unfortunately resulted in a book which touches upon many pertinent issues yet fails to discuss them in depth. In terms of focus, this book tries to do too much. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470435 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470436&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001284%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This textbook aims to provide an accessible introduction to ethical issues in clinical practice in health and social care. The book divides into two main parts. Part one presents an overview of personal values and beliefs and considers the impact of cultural and social values on both behaviour and ethics. Together these provide an introduction to ethical and moral belief systems and their importance in health and social care. This overview is developed with an exploration of patients’ rights; Eastern and Western ethical and philosophical theory; and a number of fundamental issues such as inter-professional care; pain; suffering; illness and loss. These issues are summarized in a concluding chapter that applies these issues within an ethical model developed throughout Part one. In Part tw... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470436 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470437&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001296%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book provides an overview of the core skills integral to counselling work. It has a broad audience and aims to be of benefit for lecturers teaching in this (and related) areas, counselling students, as well as people working in varied areas where counselling skills and roles may be employed such as youth work and educational settings. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470437 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470437 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470433&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531100120X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes I looked forward to reading this book, as child protection is everyone’s business in health and social care. I was eager to see how this book, written by a former social worker- now a Professor in Social Policy, would enhance my knowledge and practise of child protection and be useful in teaching undergraduate healthcare students. This is the second edition of this text book, which was first published in 2002. The author states the changes in this edition include a deeper understanding of reasoning skills and practise judgements. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470433 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470434&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001211%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes offers the student a comprehensive collection of strategies to aid study in higher education for students of all ages. The book is soft bound and as the title suggests, it is a handbook; a book that lends itself to offering solutions to new and experienced students who may need help to focus on a wide variety of long and short term study issues. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470434 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470438&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001302%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This is an interesting book which discusses the historical development of the differing American Advanced Nursing Practice Doctoral programmes. Both authors are established researchers and educators in the field of advanced practice. The book has twenty-four chapters which are interestingly structured. Each chapter begins with an analysis of the differing historical components which have been important to the development of American Advanced Practice Nursing Doctorates. Each chapter is followed by a number of reflective narratives from key stakeholders from nursing practice and academia. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470438 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470432&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001181%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes As economies contract, so do budgets and funding for research grants, and the competition increases and successful grant writing becomes critical. There are few texts available that provide practical guidance for novice and experienced healthcare professionals on grant writing. This text is intended for health and human service professionals who need to know the principles of successful grant writing and is written for an American audience primarily. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470432 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470432 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022928&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001132%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022928 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:08:29 +0100 5022928 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470428&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001028%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper considers the issues which will ensure practice learning excellence in the future and in particular how these will impact on the delivery of high quality nursing and midwifery care in Scotland in the United Kingdom (UK). This will include the inter-dependency of learning in practice for undergraduate pre-registration students and qualified practitioners, in particular continuing professional development as a lifelong experience and its link to quality care provision. We contend that the practice learning environment is the whole of an organisation which values and supports the development of its workforce through education. Partnership working between education and service providers is central to ensuring an educated and professionally prepared workforce. Both nursing ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470428 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470431&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001077%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Thomas’ pedigree in the publishing, education and research on stress and anger management places her in the ideal position to be writing this interesting book. The preface and the introduction of the book place the third edition in an up-to-date context and illustrate clearly its applicability to this era. It is felt her description of Nightingale’s expressions of anger, the continued professional frustration over the decades and the more recent continued (yet monitored) levels of stress experienced today, reduces, partly, the demeaning external rhetoric of how ‘things were good once’ tune that somewhat diminishes nurses morale in present day practice. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470431 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470431 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022929&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001065%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes In the world in which we live, it seems impossible to go through a day without hearing the term leadership. The concept of leadership is mentioned so often in meetings, articles, performance appraisals, curriculum plans, courses, conversations, and the media that the true essence and meaning of leadership is frequently lost. We know it when we see it, but do we really see it often enough? (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022929 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022929 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470430&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001053%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Meeting the medication management needs of sick child can be complex and challenging, and requires specific skilled and competencies. Children’s nurses need to have the practical knowledge and a skills base to undertake this complex task. Medicines Management in Children’s Nursing is an excellent learning resource for children’s nursing students and registered staff on the management of medicines in children and young people. The introduction to the book gives a clear guide to the book and the outline of the chapters is a very detailed signposting for the reader to the books contents. Each chapter has ‘activities’ and ‘worked examples’ in the text which assists the reader make sense of and learn from the material presented in the book. This requires the reader to take a break... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470430 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470426&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001004%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This study has clearly demonstrated how the success of the Patchwork Text Assessment in promoting deep learning is determined by its integration into the overall philosophy of the programme. Concurrently systems needed to be in place to ensure that Patchwork text Assessment is operationalised effectively and embedded within the day to day management of the programme. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470426 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228382&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001041%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Nursing leadership addresses practicing nurses who seek advanced education in the art of leadership/management skills. It is also a book of nursing stories through which the author reveals the humanity and lessons to be learned from chapter topics. The subjective nursing experiences in these enticing vignettes would instruct students at any level of nursing education, but their pivotal message to advance practice students is to build empathetic relationships with their nursing staff to lead to a common goal: patient-centered care. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228382 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228381&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531100103X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This excellent book should be essential reading on every booklist for those studying and teaching social policy, as well as those working across the Welfare State. It is academically sound and the same time very practical, practitioners would gain valuable understanding of partnership working in areas with which they are familiar and valuable insights into the practicalities of partnership working in areas with which they are unfamiliar. A Partnership Approach can surely assist improvements in and development of partnership working. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228381 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470427&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311001016%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Constructive alignment theory has been used to underpin the development of curricula in higher education for some time (), however, its use to inform and determine skills curricula in nursing is less well documented.This paper explores the use of constructive alignment theory within a study of undergraduate student nurses undertaking clinical skill acquisition in the final year of a BSc (Hons) Nursing course.Students were followed up as newly qualified nurses (NQN) (n = 58) to ascertain the impact of skill acquisition in this way. Comparisons were made with newly qualified nurses who did not participate in a constructively aligned curriculum.This mixed methods study reported skill identification within the immediate post-registration period and evaluated the constructively alig... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470427 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470425&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000990%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: A survey of 246 pre-registration nursing students in a University in the South West of England was carried out to explore the impact of course related travel on the student experience. Results from the survey indicated that students’ main mode of transport to practice placements was by car which reflects the rural nature of the South West and the relative paucity of public transport. Long distances that many students travel to their study centre and to placements, and the concurrent financial strain that this creates, impacted negatively on the student experience. Students recognised the need to travel to a place of study and clinical placements and suggestions of minimising the negative impact of travel were offered. These included the increased use of electronic delivery of l... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470425 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470424&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000989%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This discussion will examine the complexities of implementing group clinical supervision in pre-registration nurse education. Exploration is based upon the authors’ experiences of facilitating clinical supervision with mental health branch students on the Diploma/BSc program at one higher education institution in the UK. It will provide the history and context of clinical supervision in nursing and apply this to the educational setting.This discussion aims to move beyond the rhetoric surrounding clinical supervision to expose the underlying tensions which we propose influence the clinical supervision process in pre-registration nurse education. These include the potential confusion of role for the supervisor, conflict of responsibilities and the potentially vulnerable position ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470424 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470423&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000953%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This research sought to evaluate the contribution of simulation to the development of a fundamental nursing skill, blood pressure measurement. Year one nursing students at UCOL, New Zealand (n = 75) and the University of Huddersfield, England (n = 55) completed questionnaires about their confidence/competence levels in blood pressure measurement at the conclusion of the simulation sessions, and again after their first clinical placement. Registered nurses who worked with those students (n = 22 UCOL, n = 21 University of Huddersfield) also completed assessments of the students’ competence with both electronic and manual blood pressure during their placement.On completion of the simulation sessions 60% of the UCOL students considered themselves competent or confident/comp... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470423 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228379&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000965%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Global economic instability, civil wars, pauperization, terrorism and fear threaten entire populations and lead to increasing migration. This population movement carries many problems for the countries receiving immigrants. It goes without saying that nursing plays a significant role in this emerging and growing challenge. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228379 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228380&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000977%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The second edition of this book describes the development and delivery of online courses, including the conversion of traditional courses to an online format. The book is divided into twelve chapters which, according to the editor, includes three new chapters from the first edition on Web-based learning theories and teaching with technology. The first two chapters provide an introduction to teaching and learning with technology and the background to the pedagogy associated with learning in an online format. Chapters three and four examine what is required to create an online course, not just in terms of the hardware needed but also the impact it has on faculty, students and technical support. Chapter five further develops these themes by providing a useful decision tree which helps guide f... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228380 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470420&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000928%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This study found there is an urgent need for local emergency education and training; with nurses showing a strong preference for ongoing professional development incorporating scenario based and context specific education. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470420 Mon, 30 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228366&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000692%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Caring as an integral component in the nursing curriculum is enjoying a resurgence in the literature of late. The argument is that nursing education has tended to overemphasise the cognitive domain and under emphasise the affective. An alternative is to use the combined effect of cognition, imagination, intuition and emotion. This is supported by the theory of transformational learning, whereby students clarify their personal and professional purpose in life and are empowered to become informed, self-efficacious practitioners and autonomous thinkers as they negotiate personal values and meaning.In order to integrate these important theoretical concepts into everyday practice, educators need practical examples and case studies that show how caring is taught. This paper continues t... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228366 Mon, 30 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228375&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000850%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book serves as an informative and detailed introduction to nurse training today. It gives the reader insight into what a student nurse’s life entails in university, hospital and beyond. It runs through general problems facing all students and those issues student nurses specifically tackle throughout their degree. The website link accompanying the book is a helpful addition to learners. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228375 Fri, 27 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228367&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000394%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Given the pressure that most of us are working under, this is a very timely addition to the range of leadership books. I liked the fact that it was not a book that was specifically aimed at nurses so it encompasses many of the traits of leaders from other fields which is something I believed to be a very positive aspect of the book. The book really targets huge corporations and large institutions where crises occur on a massive scale, but again I thought there was much that could be learnt from the book that could be utilised in microcosmic health crises. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228367 Fri, 27 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470422&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000941%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Learning and teaching have been conceptualized and executed in many styles, such as self-learning, peer learning, and interaction between the learner and mentor. Today, openness to alternative ideas and embracing innovative approaches in nursing education are encouraged in order to meet students’ learning interests and needs, and to address ever-changing healthcare requests. Problem-based learning has been widely adopted in nursing education, with various positive effects on students’ learning, such as motivated learning, team work, problem-solving skills and critical thinking. Role-plays have been demonstrated as an effective learning strategy that includes an active and experiential feature that facilitates students’ autonomy in their health-related learning. However, the... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470422 Wed, 25 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470421&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531100093X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: The ageing population is currently one of the main issues facing UK healthcare systems. Nurses of the future will be faced with the task of caring for this elderly population. Meanwhile, care standards and government policies have emphasized the need for preparing students to care for the older people. Preparing nursing students to meet the care needs of an expanding ageing population is a challenge for nursing education. Moreover, caring for older people are often not seen by students as an attractive option, a perception that exerts a considerable influence on the values that inform their future professional practice. This paper examines the literature related to the students’ perceptions of caring for older people and suggests the need for specific curricular content, teachi... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470421 Wed, 25 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228376&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000862%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book is an interesting textbook for students commencing nursing studies. It addresses the core areas of clinical nursing practice, but also includes many other aspects of nursing that inform students nurses on pertinent issues that influence nursing practice within the context of health care delivery. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228376 Fri, 20 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228378&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000886%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This edited book is designed particularly for doctoral research students. Although the Doctoral Student’s companion compliments the Doctoral Supervisor’s companion (), it stands alone as a useful guide for doctoral students and supervisors alike. Although the book is geared towards researchers in social sciences and education, it is useful for nurses undertaking (or planning to undertake) doctoral study. The book addresses key debates which students invariably need to engage in throughout the doctoral process. Its broad approach is a welcome change from the ‘how to get a Ph.D.’ books. The book is divided into 32 chapters with 42 contributing authors. These chapters are clustered into four main parts. The first part positions doctoral education in a global context, highlighting the ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228378 Mon, 16 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228377&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000874%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes There are only a limited number of contemporary textbooks available that provide an introduction to psychology specifically for nurses or healthcare professionals. An important problem that all authors of these texts face is the choice between providing a comprehensive introduction to psychology with applications to nursing or to focus first and foremost on issues of relevance to nursing and healthcare while relating them to psychological theory and research. Some authors, such as take psychology as the starting point, while others such as and are more or less emphasising nursing issues first. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228377 Mon, 16 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228374&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000722%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The author, Bridgit Dimond, in this book has produced a significant reference book complete with a wealth of knowledge, covering all relevant areas within nursing practice specific to legal issues. Whilst this reference book offers knowledge and information on common areas within legal aspects of nursing practice that one would expect to find in such a text, it also addresses emerging contemporary issues including alternative therapies, legal aspects of property, handling complaints, human fertility and genetics. The common areas discussed include those general issues encountered by nurses in everyday practice and include: accountability, negligence, the NHS, consent, data protection and record keeping, to name but a few. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228374 Mon, 16 May 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228374 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815242&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000849%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes As Editor I am continually faced with decisions concerning the issue of whether a paper submitted to the journal has merit or value to the wider international nursing and midwifery community if it reports itself as an evaluation study of a small-scale development in the UK or elsewhere and if it is of value to developing the evidence-base of nursing and healthcare education? These decisions, and others, usually have to be made prior to providing feedback to authors as a result of either preliminary reading and review by the editor, or feedback from the reviewers about a paper’s quality and potential to ’make a difference’ to other’s practice as educators and/or add to the body of knowledge on the topic. The reviewers consider this using a set of criteria with which to make a judgem... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815242 Thu, 12 May 2011 22:41:30 +0100 4815242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815241&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000783%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815241 Thu, 12 May 2011 22:41:30 +0100 4815241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022939&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000345%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: It seems that more work is required by educators in order to help students to associate literature searching skills with nursing practice. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022939 Sun, 01 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228362&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531100059X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Discussion surrounding sufficiency of research critique through systematic examination of a published article, versus an original research report such as a thesis ensues. The student and researcher/author reveal their learning from this collaborative experience and conclude with recommendations for; setting critique assignments; authors publishing their research findings; and students undertaking critique assignments. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228362 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228362 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470419&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000606%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: Implementing reasonable adjustments in practice requires a close working partnership between HEI’s and mentors who appreciate support in understanding the development and application of coping strategies to overcome disabilities. Effective preparation of mentors is essential to ensure that opportunities for disabled students to succeed are maximised. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470419 Fri, 22 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228370&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000576%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This text is broken down into chapters that easily guide the writer in undertaking a literature review. It explains in a step by step format all the constituent elements and context of writing a review in health care. Chapter one explains the importance of evidence based practice and how it develops our everyday practice as healthcare professionals. Information required to guide practice in terms of use and understanding of this concept as both a student and qualified practitioner in health care practice is to be found therein. This information is appropriately summarised, providing various research examples to explain how one might evaluate and use research and other evidence in everyday practice in healthcare. Chapter two explains how to develop a research question and emphasizes the imp... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228370 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228359&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000527%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper presents the development and evaluation of a set of innovative video resources aimed at enhancing health students’ understanding and learning of generic research concepts. It is vital that health students achieve a solid foundation in research methods in order to support and inform evidence-based practice. Research concepts were identified through a stakeholder consultation with research methods teaching staff from a variety of health professions. Research concepts and processes included reliability, validity, statistical significance, descriptive statistics, qualitative and quantitative methods, sampling and population, research ethics and searching for and evaluating literature. Videos were produced, informed by a 3-component model, including: first, animated slide... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228359 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470429&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000709%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Also available directly from the publishers at www.insight-media.com, this 36-minute DVD, is a companion to the first in the series (History of Nursing: The Early Years). History of Nursing: The Development of a Profession acts as a perfect accompaniment to the first DVD and continues the theme of the historical development of nursing. It focuses on the professional development of nursing from 1873 to the present time. Primarily US based, by its own admission it is a “case study” of the professional development of nursing in this country. However it still has much relevance internationally, as there are many references to international developments such as the influence of Florence Nightingale and the “Nightingale School” both in the USA and other countries. It is also very interes... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470429 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470429 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228373&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000710%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The need for practitioners to reflect effectively is not only a requirement for personal development in line with NMC regulations, but an essential component to enable practitioners to both learn from practice and to make choices in care that are evidenced-based and linked to patient values and choices. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228373 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228372&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000655%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Numeracy and calculations in nursing and healthcare are often associated with the administration of medicinal preparations. However Shihab’s comprehensive book on numeracy demonstrates the range of complex calculations that nurses and other healthcare professionals are required to make on a daily basis during clinical interventions. The book begins by introducing basic arithmetic skills such as addition and multiplication as well as decimals and other fractions. Once the basics have been covered, Shihab introduces more complicated calculations which are applied to clinical requirements such as drug calculations, drug concentrations and percentage ratios. Shihab also covers a range of common clinical measurements such as pulse, temperature and blood pressure as well as covering physiologi... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228372 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228369&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000564%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Firstly, students wanting a textbook relevant to nursing curriculums from September 2011 onwards should note this book focuses upon the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards of proficiency for pre-registration nursing registration (2004). Students should be aware that the NMC published new standards relating to pre-registration nursing education in 2010. These new standards apply to nurse education programmes approved to commence from September 2011. This book relates purely to the NMC 2004 guidelines. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228369 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228371&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531100062X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Learning about the historical development of the profession of nursing is commonly taught in undergraduate preparatory nursing programmes, often to nursing students at the beginning of their course. Teaching nursing history to nursing students in contemporary university settings can present a challenge. With sometimes more than 300 students present to a lecture, engaging students with what may sometimes seem irrelevant material (to the students) can be problematic. Furthermore condensing a large amount of historical information into limited teaching hours can also leave students feeling overloaded. However, Insight Media provide the perfect solution! A short (35 min) engaging DVD covers the historical development of the caring and the nurse’s role spanning a period of more than two thou... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228371 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228365&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000643%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: An educational visit was made by a group of students representing all eight professional pathways on an interprofessional learning programme in health and social care at Canterbury Christ Church University to a hospital in Kerala, India. Interprofessional clinical supervision groups were organised in order to support the students, many of whom had little experience of foreign travel, in an environment they were anticipated to find emotionally challenging. At the close of the visit, following informal observation of a degree of interprofessional learning that had not been anticipated, qualitative data were collected by means of an opportunistically administered questionnaire that yielded insights into the quality of the learning – cultural, interprofessional and personal – tha... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228365 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228364&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000631%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Understanding what non-technical skills are and their relevance for healthcare practitioners has become a new area of exploration. Although recent literature has highlighted the necessity of introducing non-technical skills training and assessment within medical education, nursing education has still to fully embrace this skills training. The purpose of this paper is to explore the use of simulated practice as a learning approach to demonstrate and assess non-technical skills for final year nursing students. An established ward simulation exercise was refocused to incorporate opportunities for these nursing students to be assessed on their ability to demonstrate application of non-technical skills. Opinions on whether this was a successful strategy were sought from the students b... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228364 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228363&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000618%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Background: This paper critiques the model for non-verbal communication referred to as SOLER (which stands for: “Sit squarely”; “Open posture”; “Lean towards the other”; “Eye contact; “Relax”). It has been approximately thirty years since introduced his acronym SOLER as an aid for teaching and learning about non-verbal communication.Aim: There is evidence that the SOLER framework has been widely used in nurse education with little published critical appraisal. A new acronym that might be appropriate for non-verbal communication skills training and education is proposed and this is SURETY (which stands for “Sit at an angle”; “Uncross legs and arms”; “Relax”; “Eye contact”; “Touch”; “Your intuition”).The new model: The proposed model advanc... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228363 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228361&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000588%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper presents a research project where the aim was to develop a new model for learning support in nursing education that makes it possible for the student to encounter both the theoretical caring science structure and the patient’s lived experiences in his/her learning process.A reflective group supervision model was developed and tested. The supervision was lead by a teacher and a nurse and started in patient narratives that the students brought to the supervision sessions. The narratives were analyzed by using caring science concepts with the purpose of creating a unity of theory and lived experiences.Data has been collected and analyzed phenomenologically in order to develop knowledge of the students’ reflection and learning when using the supervision model.The resul... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228361 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228368&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000552%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Silverman’s latest edition of this well regarded text aims to elucidate current developments in qualitative research. In my opinion, it is well positioned to achieve its stated purpose, as it presents a collection of key readings on a range of contemporary interests in qualitative research. As such, this text has wide appeal. This edition has been refreshed and reinvigorated, ensuring that it maintains pace with the contemporary world of qualitative research and the concerns and developments encountered in this world. This is a particular strength of the book. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228368 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228360&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000540%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: The results of this study raise questions about the value of investing in expensive simulation modalities when the increased costs associated with high fidelity manikins may not be justified by a concomitant increase learning outcomes. This study also suggests that multiple choice questions may not be the most appropriate measure of simulation effectiveness. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228360 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228358&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000515%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Student-centred forms of learning have gained favour internationally over the last few decades including problem based learning, an approach now incorporated in medicine, nursing and other disciplines’ education in many countries. However, it is still new in Thailand and being piloted to try to offset traditional forms of didactic, teacher-centred forms of teaching. In this qualitative study, 25 undergraduate nursing students in northern Thailand were interviewed about their experiences with problem-based learning in a health promotion subject. Content analysis was used to interrogate interview data, which revealed four categories: adapting, seeking assistance, self-development, and thinking process development. Initially participants had mixed emotions of confusion, negativity... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228358 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5470418&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000539%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Teachers in higher education are faced with unique challenges associated with contemporary learners. Students entering college today have enjoyed a technology rich environment that has socialized them towards expectations of rapid information exchange, instant gratification, and a tendency towards reduced or non-textbook reading. Furthermore, the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 in the USA has imprinted the notion that education should be directed towards teaching to the examination. Advances in technology have also provided educators with a host of gadgets to augment instruction. However, the majority of nursing faculty members are from a generation that may be resistant to welcoming newfangled electronic tools. The purpose of this article is to discuss the pedagogical method of... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5470418 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5470418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228357&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000503%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Lack of resuscitation skills of nurses and doctors in basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS) has been identified as a contributing factor to poor outcomes of cardiac arrest victims. Our hypothesis was that nurses’ and doctors’ knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation guidelines would be related to their professional background as well as their resuscitation training. A secondary aim of this study was to assess and compare the theoretical knowledge on BLS and ALS in nurses and doctors. A total of 82 nurses and 134 doctors agreed to respond to a questionnaire containing demographic questions, resuscitation experience questions and 15 theoretical knowledge questions. Our study demonstrated that nurses and doctors working in Greece have knowledge gaps in curre... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228357 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022938&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000321%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Background: Evidence-based practice is a major focus in nursing, yet the literature continues to document a research-practice gap. Reasons for this gap stem partly from a lack of skills to critique and synthesize the literature, a lack of search skills and difficulty in understanding research articles, and limited knowledge of research by nursing professionals.Method: An innovative and quality driven subject to improve critical appraisal and critical thinking skills was developed for the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health at the University of Wollongong, based on formative research with postgraduate students and supervisors. Through face-to-face and online teaching modules students worked through a structured process of analysing the key aspects of published paper... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022938 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228356&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000370%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: It is widely accepted that a caring curriculum is integral to nursing education. Caring as a concept is extensively cited in the literature as a core value in nursing education and nursing practice. What is not evident is the curricular designs used by nurse educators to enable students to internalize caring behaviors. The literature supports the internalization of affective learning through hierarchically structured learning objectives, and the movement from emotional to reflexive responses through critical reflection. Krathwohl, Bloom, and Masia’s (1964) taxonomy of affective objectives and concepts from transformational learning theory were used to synthesize the integration of caring affective objectives into the design of the nursing curricula. The expected outcome of such... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228356 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228355&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000369%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This article focuses on the student experience, exploring the potential for the Senses Framework to underpin a learning community, promoting collaboration and acknowledging the emotional, academic and professional work that is now essential for the preparation of registered nurse in the 21st Century. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228355 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228355 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228354&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000357%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper reports on a funded research project exploring perceptions and experiences of pre-registration nursing students of support in practice in one Higher Education Institution in England. The study used a mixed method approach with samples of new students (within the first six months) and finishing students (within the last three months). Students reported that the most important areas they needed support with were clinical skills, placement situations, documentation and personal issues. The mentor qualities that were valued were personal attributes, being facilitative and being knowledgeable; newly qualified mentors and experienced students were seen as being the most supportive. Students saw their own responsibilities as learning and gaining skills, being professional and... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228354 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228354 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228353&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000333%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: The transfer of nurse training into higher education following ‘Project 2000’ dramatically changed the status of student nurses. While the majority received a grant or bursary, students were no longer regarded as belonging to the hospital staffing complement. , argue that the intended advantage of supernumerary status following the move of nurse education into higher education has not been reflected in the student learning experience. Students have reported difficulties in being accepted into the community of practice, as they are no longer viewed as belonging in the professional sense to the practice environment ().Students must therefore be prepared for their supernumerary role through the development of appropriate skills for learning in practice (). The Thames Valley Univ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228353 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228353 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666405&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001770%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Nurses, like me, are usually positively disposed towards evidence based practice. However nurses are known to sometimes struggle with understanding the terminology and jargon associated with it. As a result of this experience I initially believed that I would struggle with a book on evidence based practice. However, this book immediately surprised me. I warmed to it instantly. Its style is engaging and it is written in clear and easy to read style. It is well structured, with strong introductory chapters that made me question the ways I had been incorporating evidence and research into my practice, whilst giving me the confidence and the skills to do better in future. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666405 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:34:00 +0100 4666405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666396&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001113%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Simulation is becoming widely used in nurse education. However, reports concerning its use focus almost exclusively on describing experiences with high-fidelity manikin simulation used to teach students a range of psychomotor skills and clinical procedures. Simulation has enormous potential as a learning tool and can provide much more than just a basis for safely learning clinical skills. This paper gives a case-study of use of a simulation exercise that is designed to develop nursing students’ work organization and people management skills. It also discusses student evaluation of the simulation exercise. Student engagement with this type of simulation and their feedback suggest that skills obtained during the simulation are transferable into and valuable for their clinical pla... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666396 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:33:58 +0100 4666396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666391&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000448%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666391 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:33:57 +0100 4666391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022945&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000382%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Being prone to scepticism about the quality of much leadership literature, I approached this book with some trepidation. Do we really need yet another text on leadership theories with or without attempts to somehow apply these to nursing? Do we need more on leader types and leadership behaviours and on the careers and characteristics of exemplary leaders? The answer to both questions, for me, at least, was a resounding no; there are more than enough such texts to chose from, occupying all points on the spectrum from egregious to excellent. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022945 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022945 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022941&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000308%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The language used in this book is very clear which makes it is easy to read and understand, especially for international students like ourselves. It is great to see that there are so many online recourses and other sources to support the learning process. What makes the book very impressive and valid is that the authors have added evidence based knowledge to support the theory in the book. The self-test scenarios are extremely beneficial to students to broaden their knowledge and to test their knowledge and proficiency. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022941 Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022941 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022940&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531100031X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This text presents a welcome adaptation of an American text for the European nursing audience. As novices, students may not always be able to distinguish between the healthcare systems or policies and regulations governing practice in various jurisdictions, thus, in this regard, this text is particularly helpful. Undergraduate nursing students, particularly those taking the Common Foundation Programme (UK) are the target audience, thus internationality is limited as the text is primarily UK based. The text is for the most part general nursing focused. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022940 Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022942&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000291%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book contains 15 chapters relating to key aspects of communication between doctors and patients and is described as being most useful for medical students. Each chapter is well structured and is presented in an easy-to-read manner with extracts from podcasts used to provide an insight into patients and professional perspectives. This works very well and results in a balanced and credible resource for each chapter. The first chapter begins with an outline of why communication skills are important and how good communication benefits both doctors and patients. The next five chapters provide clear guidelines on how to conduct a medical interview (Chapter 2), how to take a medical history (Chapter 3), how to write a medical history (Chapter 4) and presenting patient cases (Chapter 5). Thes... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022942 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022943&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000266%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes There is little doubt that the physical well-being of individuals presenting with a primary mental health diagnosis is a neglected area in the mental health nursing literature and this book represents a worthwhile and valuable attempt to address this issue in a practical and straightforward manner. There are additional benefits in terms of the book content in that approaches to improve the physical health of mental health clients are also accommodated within a discrete and dedicated chapter. Further, the accessibility of this volume is ideal for highlighting the fundamental aspects of physical health care of salience to those presenting with a mental health concern, but without burdening the reader with superfluous information that is unlikely to be required. The book is ideal for both men... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022943 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022937&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000229%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Background: The effects of student–faculty interactions in higher education have received considerable empirical attention. However, there has been no empirical study that has examined the relation between student–faculty interaction and college grade point average.Purpose: This is aimed at identifying the effect of nursing student–faculty interaction outside the classroom on students’ semester college grade point average at a public university in Jordan.Methods: The research was cross-sectional study of the effect of student–faculty interaction outside the classroom on the students’ semester college grade point average of participating juniors and seniors.Results: Total interaction of the students was crucial as it is extremely significant (t = 16.2, df = 271, P�... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022937 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815256&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000242%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book aims to examine the interpersonal nature of nursing work in terms of the relationships that are established in teams, between professions and with service users. It explores collaboration from both a broad policy context and a more specific personal individual level. Chapters covered include team working, the nurse–doctor relationship, interprofessional education and elements of working together. The book is targeted at nurses and nursing students from any branch and at any point in the course. Each chapter is mapped against the NMC competencies (draft – pre finalisation), essential skills clusters, additionally learning aims are clearly identified. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815256 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4815256 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583761&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000096%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583761 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4583761 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022936&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000217%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Chronic nursing shortages have placed increasing pressure on many nursing schools to recruit greater numbers of students with the consequence of larger class sizes. Larger class sizes have the potential to lead to student disengagement. This paper describes a case study that examined the strategies used by a group of nursing lecturers to engage students and to overcome passivity in a Bachelor of Nursing programme. A non-participant observer attended 20 tutorials to observe five academics deliver four tutorials each. Academics were interviewed both individually and as a group following the completion of all tutorial observations. All observations, field notes, interviews and focus groups were coded separately and major themes identified. From this analysis two broad categories eme... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022936 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815257&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000254%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The presentation of this book, one of a series for nursing and midwifery, is just right. From the pocket or hand sized format, so it is accessible in practice and easy enough to carry about and the wipe clean covers should the need arise to the integral ribbon book marks, to keep your place, whilst learning, revising or caring for a child and its family. This series of books are well thought out with consistency of features throughout the series such as the emergencies highlighted by different coloured page edges, making them easier to access. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815257 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4815257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815255&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000230%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book is aimed at nursing students and it provides a comprehensive introduction to evidence based practice. The chapters follow a logical flow from an introduction to the subject to dissemination of the evidence. Each chapter concludes with a useful summary and provides additional resources such as further readings and online resources. The book is written in an accessible way with clear explanations of key terms and concepts suited to the target audience. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815255 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4815255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022934&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000199%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This study explored the role of nurses in primary care and nurses’ level of preparedness to work in the primary care sector in United Kingdom. The study was conducted in three primary care trusts (PCTs) in the north of England and participants were selected using a modified snowball sampling technique. Data were collected through telephone interviews. Fourteen nurses working at various levels in PCTs were interviewed. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. Participants believed that nurses work in a variety of roles in primary care including care provider, autonomous practitioner, health educator and patient’s advocate. With regard to preparedness to work in primary care, a mixed response was identified. Some nurses believed that the pre-registration nursing curriculum generally p... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022934 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022934 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022935&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000205%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The objective of this study was to describe how nurses act when facilitating interprofessional student teams at a clinical training ward. The research design was ethnography and data were collected through participant observations and interviews. The analysis revealed the four strategies used when facilitating teams of interprofessional students to enhance collaborative work and professional understanding. The nurse facilitator as a team builder is a new and exciting role for nurses taking on the responsibility of facilitating interprofessional student teams. Future research needs to explore how facilitating nurses balance profession specific and team oriented facilitating within the environment of an interprofessional learning context. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022935 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022931&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000047%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: The supervisor of clinical education successfully interacted with students to optimise their learning, however, there was limited success in developing registered nurses skills and abilities in engaging with students.Implications for Practice: To further develop registered nurses clinical teaching skills a diversity of strategies, both within and outside of the role of supervisor of clinical education, is needed. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022931 Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022931 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022932&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000060%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Discussion: It should be an essential element in nursing education that students analyze and benchmark their own country’s health care system. The nursing profession should be encouraged to be pro-active in influencing the health care system of their country. Looking beyond borders for other approaches within another health care system can contribute to improved patient care. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022932 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022933&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000072%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Determining student nurses’ clinical competence is underpinned by significant challenges including a lack of reliable assessments methods and multiple factors that impact on the assessment function of preceptors. The purpose of this study was to explore preceptors’ views and experiences of a competency assessment tool and process used to assess BSc student nurses’ clinical competence. Data were collected using a mixed method descriptive approach that included focus groups (n=16) and a survey of preceptors (n=837) in general, mental health and intellectual disability nursing in Ireland. This paper reports the results of the preceptor survey, which yielded a response rate of 30.4%. Findings revealed that preceptors had difficulty in understanding the language used in the comp... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022933 Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815253&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000059%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Rural hospital preceptorships offer Canadian undergraduate nursing students the opportunity to work with interdisciplinary teams. In a qualitative descriptive study, rural hospital interdisciplinary team members’ experience of preceptorship was explored. Five focus groups and eight individual in-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with professionals from nursing, medicine, social work, respiratory, recreational, occupational therapy, records keeping, dietary, pharmacy, hospital administration, and laboratory services. The data suggests time and patterns of communication within the clinical learning environment influence students’ ability to effectively work within an interdisciplinary healthcare team framework. As a result, students’ exposure to the interdiscipl... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815253 Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4815253 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583762&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000035%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The title of the 3rd International NETNEP 2010 Nurse Education conference certainly reflected both the pre-conference activity and the conference experience itself. Following another very successful 2nd conference in Dublin in 2008 where we had seen 400 delegates from 32 countries attend and enjoy a very interactive, shared learning experience we wondered if this could be repeated in two years time in Sydney, Australia. We need not have even considered such a question! (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583762 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4583762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583764&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595311000023%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Increasingly, rural preceptorships are sought out for their rich learning opportunities and as an alternative to often over-subscribed urban placements. While rural preceptors view teaching students as a gratifying experience, student evaluation remains an ongoing challenge. Frequently, rural preceptors often lack access to preceptor preparation, faculty support, and other forms of professional development, particularly those learning experiences that are specific to the unique rural setting and nursing culture. In this article, the authors describe Phase Two of a four-phase study which sought to develop and validate, in collaboration with rural nurse preceptors, a framework for conducting student evaluations. Following a grounded theory phase of the study in which the experience... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583764 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4583764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583763&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531000137X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The NETNEP 2010 3rd International Nursing Education Conference took place in Sydney in April 2010 and brought more than 600 international delegates together to discuss current research and developments within nursing education. One of the aims of the Conference is to encourage involvement of students in sharing their unique experiences whilst also engaging in learning, and to support this, Elsevier sponsored five international student scholarships. All applicants had to submit a rationale for why they wanted to attend and what they would gain from doing so, both personally and in relation to their future careers. A social networking site was set up by Patrick Devitt (University of Salford, UK) and Dr Jacqueline Baker( University of Technology Sydney, Australia), the student programme or... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583763 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4583763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022944&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001782%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This text book aims to provide a general introduction to culture, and raise nursing student’s cultural awareness. The book provides theoretical background to the topic across a range of chapters, and includes an interesting description of some world religions, in terms of how these impact upon individual’s expression of their own culture. The book provides opportunity for students to reflect on the content presented throughout. It also presents a range of case studies. In particular Thailand is used to highlight cultural issues and further raise cultural awareness through specific case studies. While the rationale for this latter choice is not entirely clear, and its use presents a somewhat uncoordinated examination of the topic, it is a very useful approach to raise cultural awareness... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022944 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5022944 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666404&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001691%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Facilitating good quality educational experiences is of a prime concern to all educators. This text clearly promotes this ethos. It provides a thought provoking book that encourages educators to consider a range of educational strategies that can enrich both the student learning experience and one’s own teaching practice. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666404 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4666404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583766&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001605%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Nursing educators and preceptors often find it difficult to evaluate prelicensure students’ clinical judgment development. Clinical judgment is critical to excellent patient care decisions and outcomes. The Lasater Clinical Judgment Rubric, a validated, evidence-based clinical judgment rubric, is described as a tool that offers a common language for students, nurse educators, and preceptors and a trajectory for students’ clinical judgment development. The rubric has been used to provide feedback for reflective journals and a means for self-evaluation in addition to a guide for formulating higher level thought questions to shape students’ thinking like a nurse. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583766 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4583766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815252&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001757%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: In exploring innovative approaches to enhanced patient care, an acute care interprofessional clinical learning unit (IPCLU) was established in a medical unit of a large metropolitan hospital in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Part of a larger, community based, participatory mixed method research project, this acute-care model involved several post-secondary institution health science faculties, students, academics, and other post-secondary institutions partnering with the hospital to coordinate and enhance student clinical learning and improve patient care. Pre-implementation data collected from the existing acute-care unit patient-care team, students, and faculty identified areas of strength and enhancement opportunities in interprofessional education (IPE). Interested members of sev... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815252 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4815252 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815254&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001769%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Since Kate Gerrish and Anne Lacey have taken over this very popular research text, edited initially by Desmond Cormack, this book has grown from strength to strength. The chapters have been significantly revised, from both Cormack’s original text and indeed Gerrish and Lacey’s first edited version in 2006. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815254 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4815254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815245&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001563%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: History taking is a vital component of patient assessment. Nurses need sound interviewing skills to identify care priorities. Verbal and non-verbal cues provide triggers to follow-up with appropriate questions during health assessment for development of appropriate care plans. This skill, however, is a difficult one for students to learn and develop. This paper reports on a study that explored the value of video-recording, facilitated review and debriefing following a simulated patient experience to enhance final year nursing students’ history taking and assessment skills.Scenarios, from commonly encountered situations, with imbedded cues were developed. Actors were employed as simulated patients from whom students took histories while being videotaped. Video-recordings were th... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815245 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4815245 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666403&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531000168X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes I really liked this book. It was written in simple terms that are suitable for students as they start on their nurse training. The first chapter gives a clear and concise overview of the responsibility and accountability of the nurse and serves as a concise guide as to what a nurse should consider when making decisions in practice. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666403 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4666403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022930&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001551%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: The new standards of proficiency for Nurse and Midwife prescribers have been in place for 4 years and have provided a challenge for education providers and students alike. Many students find the pass mark of 100% for numeracy a frightening prospect, the way numeracy is assessed can vary across the higher education institutions adding to the complexity of the problem. Drug calculation remains a challenge for the nursing profession and the standards for numeracy assessment in nurse prescribing add more to the debate. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022930 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 5022930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815248&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001630%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Effective postoperative pain treatment is an essential component to good quality of care. The purpose of this study was to explore nurses’ knowledge of and attitudes toward pain in surgical wards before and after implementation of a postoperative management program at a university hospital in Jordan. The program consisted of an education program for nurses, and its effect was evaluated by using a pre- and post-intervention design. Sixty five registered nurses were asked to respond to a 21 items questionnaire, and a total of 240 patients’ records were audited. After implementation of the program, the mean scores for all the questionnaire items were found to increase to 75%, with an average of 16/21 for the correct answers. There was a statistically significant difference (p  ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815248 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815246&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001575%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This study contributed to the development of an innovative curriculum which provides the opportunity for nurses to integrate IPE theory within their collaborative working practice. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815246 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815246 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815249&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001642%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The objective was to describe the design of a new oral hygiene educational program for nursing staff, where the theoretical parts of the education were integrated with evidence about the preventive effect of improved oral care on respiratory tract infections and health care-associated pneumonia among hospitalized or nursing home resident older people. An educational model was translated into three educational steps: hands-on training, group discussions, and a theoretical lecture including scientific evidence about the preventive effect of oral hygiene on respiratory tract infections, and health care-associated pneumonia, among older people. Evidence-based oral hygiene education seems to be a feasible way to increase the motivation for daily oral care tasks among nursing staff, and thus to ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815249 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583771&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001526%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Students look forward to their clinical practicum to learn within the context of reality nursing. As educators we need to actively develop models of clinical practicum whereby students are supported to engage and learn in the clinical learning environment. The aim of this paper is to describe an innovative model of supportive clinical teaching and learning for undergraduate nursing students as implemented in a large teaching hospital in New South Wales, Australia. The model of supportive clinical teaching and learning situates eight students at a time, across a shift, on one ward, with an experienced registered nurse from the ward specialty, who is employed as the clinical teacher to support nursing students during their one to two week block practicum. Results from written evalu... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583771 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815250&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001666%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This article presents the findings of a qualitative investigation of student nurses’ learning processes during their clinical placement in psychiatric nursing practice. An explorative and qualitative descriptive approach was chosen. The theoretical framework includes Jarvis’ concept of ‘disjuncture’, because it offers a theoretical way of understanding the empirical phenomenon of ‘non-routine-situations’. Heller’s concept of ‘everyday life activities’ is also drawn on, for its contribution to understanding and analysing the content of student nurses’ learning processes. Data was generated from qualitative, semi-structured interviews with, observations of, and obser-views with, eleven students. The obser-view process is my development. It is a common reflection between r... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815250 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583770&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001538%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This study explored role transition for a cohort of students at pre and post-registration. The sample consisted of fourth year students registered on BSc nursing programmes (general, mental health and intellectual disability) within an Irish university. The samples were surveyed to compare their perceptions and expectations of role transition pre and post-registration. Data were analysed using SPSS (version 16). Respondents had high levels of confidence in clinical abilities both at pre-registration and post-registration. They also perceived themselves to be competent across a range of domains: managing workload, prioritising care delivery, interpersonal skills, time management and multidisciplinary team working. However, this research highlights pre-registration stress, the need for ongoi... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583770 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583768&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001587%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: As more and more Australian universities move their courses into blended learning environments (BLEs), it is important that strategies be devised to monitor teaching practices and student learning. In 2008, five large Australian universities were given an ALTC (Australian Learning and Teaching Council) grant to address the area of teacher peer review (PR). This paper shows evidence from one of the universities (The University of Technology, Sydney) where a case study was undertaken to optimise teacher peer review in a BLE. The project involved an innovative approach of interdisciplinary PR between an academic from the Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Health and an academic from the Faculty of Arts and Social Science (FASS). As a result of this collaboration, the online assessmen... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583768 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228352&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001654%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper debates the use of problem based learning in accelerated pre-registration nursing programmes that are specifically designed for candidates with ‘graduate status’. We discuss the benefits of using problem based learning (PBL) within a graduate entry nursing (GEN) curriculum and its effectiveness in producing dynamic nurses who are both capable and value-centred practitioners. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228352 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 05:00:00 +0100 5228352 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815251&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001678%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper reports on the exploration of relatives’ perceptions about the need for education and training of nurses (registered nurses and healthcare assistants) who work with people who have complex neurological long-term conditions. A service evaluation was undertaken to meet the study aim and a cross-sectional, self-administered postal questionnaire was undertaken with relatives related to someone (patient/resident) with a complex neurological condition between October and November 2007 at one specialist hospital in South-West London in the UK. Results indicate that the majority of respondents (87.2%, n = 34) believe that nurses working in this setting require specific complex neurological disability education and training. The perceptions of relatives support the need for... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815251 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815247&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001617%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Understanding one’s history is a powerful way to build a sense of belonging, identity and connection. Similarly, history learning can be a powerful component in the core curriculum for undergraduate nursing. History learning develops thinking skills transferable to and necessary in nursing practice. Additionally, awareness about the profession’s struggles, achievements and enduring concerns is raised and belief that an individual or group can have influence is affirmed. Perseverance, commitment and seeing the big picture gives a nurse’s career meaning and purpose. All of these factors can produce a transformed perspective in today’s learners, who are often present-focused, isolated and disconnected from the past and the profession. This paper reports an evaluation of a se... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815247 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815247 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583769&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531000154X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Oslo University College, Faculty of Nursing places undergraduate students in peer learning partnerships: 3rd year students as tutors, and 1st year students as tutees during practical skill learning. A study was designed to investigate this peer learning project. One of the research questions in particular on the role of the tutors: How do 3rd year nursing students carry out their role as supervisors for 1st year students in the skills laboratory? The study had an exploratory design. Qualitative data was gathered by three members of a research team, using video recordings of the supervised sessions and focus group interviews with both 1st and 3rd year students. Data collection was repeated in 2006–2007–2008 in different groups of students. Four identified themes illustrate how... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583769 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583767&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001599%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Aim of the study: The aim of this study was to explore the learning experience of Egyptian male student nurses during attending maternity nursing clinical course at Cairo University Maternity Hospital.Methods: A descriptive design was utilized for collecting the data that are necessary to answer the research question; both quantitative and qualitative data were collected using a semi- structured interview scale. A total of 60 students who just finished the clinic maternity course in college of Nursing, Cairo University were recruited for the study.Results: More than half of the sample (66.7%) preferred to deal with males rather than female patients. A number of stressors were reported by students during their clinical training such as: high requirement pertained to clinical area ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583767 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583765&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001629%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: This review identified the scarcity of research examining accelerated nursing students’ course experiences. Future research will provide a deeper understanding of factors impacting upon students undergoing accelerated nursing programs leading to registration. Such knowledge may lead to refinement of existing courses, and the development of more efficacious future programs. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583765 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583765 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815243&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001514%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Both nursing and government policy indicate the crucial role that all nurses have in the public health arena and yet it would seem that the role of the nurse in general within public health is open to debate and criticism. The author has a responsibility for the development of public health across the undergraduate curriculum within a university. This paper presents a discussion of some of the issues raised from student nurses, nurse lecturers and nurse managers. These discussions are as a result of both a 5 year PhD study undertaken by the author and a revalidation the undergraduate nursing programme within the author’s organisation. The aim of the paper being to consider what is needed to put public health at the core of all and every nurse’s practice across the UK. It take... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815243 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815243 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583772&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001502%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: New nurses entering practice experience a challenging transition, one that can be moderated by the presence of mentors in the practice setting. Seeking mentors who enter into informal mentoring relationships with new nurses can be difficult for those new nurses who don’t know what to look for in a mentor. In this Grounded Theory study, the author explored nurses’ perspectives on what makes a mentor effective, and how they engaged in mentoring relationships with their informal mentors. Two key factors in the development of these mentoring relationships was 1) the relational connection that existed between new nurses and one of their more experienced colleagues in the practice setting, and 2) the perception of new nurses of the quality of the experienced nurses’ practices. Ne... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583772 Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583772 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255226&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001447%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255226 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:48:45 +0100 4255226 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255227&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531000140X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Ten years ago, in March 2001, we launched the first issue of Nurse Education in Practice, a new international journal published by Harcourt-International, and closely linked at that time to the other international nurse education journal Nurse Education Today. I became its first editor, having developed the idea for its need and successfully gaining the support of the publishers for its launch. I was mentored throughout this process by Professor Peter Birchenall, who was at the time Editor in Chief of Nurse Education Today, who had previously entrusted me with ‘holding the fort’ for him at NET as Associate Editor during a period of absence. This experience and insight into the role of an editor has been instrumental in the way I have developed this journal and most importantly guided m... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255227 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583773&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001368%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Problem-based learning (PBL) is a student-centred method of teaching, and is initiated by introducing a clinical problem through which learning is fostered by active inquisition (). Using this teaching and learning strategy for web-based environments is examined from the literature for potential implementation in a Bachelor of Nursing program.In view of the evidence, students accessing online nursing subjects would seem to benefit from web-based PBL as it provides flexibility, opportunities for discussion and co-participation, encourages student autonomy, and allows construction of meaning as the problems mirror the real world. PBL also promotes critical thinking and transfer of theory to practice. It is recommended that some components of practice-based subjects such as Clinical... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583773 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583773 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666400&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001319%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Interprofessional (IP) collaboration is recognized as critical for patient-centred care. The clinical setting is an ideal environment for students to learn the competencies required to effectively work with providers from other professions. To enhance traditional clinical placements, we propose an IP mentoring approach, defined as learning that takes place between providers and students who are from different disciplines or health professions. In IP mentoring, students have primary relationships with their preceptors, but also have interactions with providers from other professions. We implemented IP mentoring with the support of two faculties of nursing in Alberta, Canada who provided an IP clinical focus for interested fourth year students. We emphasized to providers and studen... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666400 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4666400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666392&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001332%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes have recently announced ‘Getting it right’, a campaign which invites NHS Trusts to commit to the implementation of a Charter in an attempt to improve standards for patients with intellectual disabilities (learning disabilities) utilising mainstream NHS services. This follows two previous reports produced by which identified sub-standard care when people with intellectual disabilities have accessed both primary care and acute NHS services and provided recommendations for change, to date these recommendations have remained largely unaddressed. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666392 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4666392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583774&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001344%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Changes to the pedagogy of pre-registration nurse education and training have become a global phenomenon. However, the evidence base to inform responses to these changes and the impact on nursing practice is limited. This paper explores the outcomes of an innovative approach aimed at ensuring responses to these drivers for change, particularly in curriculum development, the organisation, management and delivery of programmes and the enhancement of the student experience, are evidence based. This paper reports on an organisational change project undertaken in a School of Nursing in the North West of England, UK. The project involved 12 interrelated work streams used to explore aspects of the student journey from recruitment through progression to eventual employment. An evidence b... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583774 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583774 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4815244&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001356%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The objectives are to provide students with time to self assess their health knowledge and lifestyle practices. From this students’ current health behaviours are discussed in conjunction with recommendations from the . Students are then provided with an opportunity to assess the stresses they perceive in their own lives and this is followed by a relaxation session guided by the facilitators. The teaching methods focus mostly on active student participation, demonstration and experience sharing. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4815244 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4815244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666401&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001320%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Narrative pedagogy has been developed over the last decade in nursing as a means of complementing a conventional content and competency driven pedagogy. It focuses attention on the human experience of health care by deriving shared meanings from interpretation of stories. This allows students to explore the different perspectives of those involved. The emotional experiences of participants can be understood, conventional wisdom challenged and new knowledge emerge as students work together to construct their learning. Individual stories are embedded within the narrative and teachers have successfully used literature and film as narratives to help them explore the meaning of health care with students. Modern technology has opened up a new range of electronic narratives such as virt... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666401 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4666401 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583778&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001277%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: ‘Legacy Mentors’ are nurses aged 55 or older with a wealth of knowledge and passion to share with other nurses. Finding ways to capture their wisdom, disseminate their expertise, and potentially retain them longer is critical. As part of an innovative Educator Pathway project in two health authorities in British Columbia, Canada, nurses with up to 40 years of experience proposed to share their wisdom and translate their expertise for the next generation of nurses. The Legacy Mentor Project involved 29 nurses who developed projects to share knowledge with students, novice and experienced nurses in their work settings. The project included an orientation workshop to facilitate project start-up, a mid-way workshop for sharing progress, and a celebration event in September 2009 w... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583778 Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583777&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001289%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Complementary therapies are making a significant and cost effective contribution to the health of the community, especially in relation to chronic disease management and prevention of disease. Because of the increased use of complementary therapies, nurses, and other health professionals need to be familiar with specific practices so that they can assist clients to make informed decisions in the use of these therapies. Importantly, with the increased interest in complementary therapies, there is a need to ensure these practices are safe, cause no harm and are used to enhance the well-being of patients. This paper reports on the design, implementation and evaluation of a complementary therapies course and a linked Thai cultural studies tour. The course was implemented at The Unive... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583777 Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583775&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001307%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Narrative pedagogy has emerged in the last decade as a new approach designed to complement the conventional approaches to education. It is concerned with understanding the meaning of events to people, appreciating multiple perspectives and the emotional content of health care. However there is a paucity of evaluative research concerning its impact. We have used narrative pedagogy to create Stilwell, a realistic narrative telling the stories of 60 characters living in a typical community. Stilwell is a real place (fictional name) and our multimedia model brings the community to life as a virtual practicum for a wide range of health professional students. This paper presents the results of our initial focus group evaluation of student learning experiences with Stilwell. The data in... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583775 Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583776&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001290%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Nurses have a responsibility to share knowledge with others. However, many are reluctant to undertake teaching, feeling unprepared for the responsibility. With this in mind, a semester-long compulsory core unit was designed and implemented in 2009 to equip final year students with knowledge and skills to enable facilitation of teaching and learning in practice. As part of the summative assessment, third (final) year students taught vital signs in first year skills laboratories. To evaluate the strategy, the Peer Teaching Experience Questionnaire (adapted from ) was administered to third year students and Clinical Teaching Preference Questionnaire () to first years. Focus groups were conducted with third year volunteers to explore issues in greater detail.One hundred and five (75%... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583776 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583776 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666399&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001241%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This study sought to provide a direct and objective understanding of the quality of the on-line community within Flying Start NHS and give an indication of areas of strength and weakness. The study used mixed methods including a Gricean analysis of on-line communication focusing on quantity, quality, relevance, and manner, and a thematic analysis of communication content.There was little evidence that students engaged in the type of interactive communication essential for creating on-line learning communities. The majority of postings related to progression through Flying Start. The small number of communications which did begin to engage with the learning materials were limited with little evidence of the development of critical debate. Analysis of the qualitative data indicates that the ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666399 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4666399 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666402&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001253%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book provides an easy to read resource that would be a useful aid for nursing students and newly qualified nurses. One clear benefit of the book, to UK readers, is its clear linage to the NMC Standards for Nurse Education and Essential Skills Clusters. This provides readers with a clear rationale for developing skills of reflection for practice. Contrary to this of course is that readers outside the UK, while they may find this approach interesting and perhaps similar, it will have little direct application to the standards of nursing required in their country of origin. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666402 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4666402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4038407&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001174%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4038407 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:59:52 +0100 4038407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666398&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531000123X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: The increase in patient acuity in primary and secondary settings is continuing, with a corresponding increase in the need for technological competence in these areas. Evidence, however, both nationally and internationally, suggests that these expectations are not being met. This paper offers a review of the literature on acute care, with a specific focus on pre-registration nursing students and the development of acute care skills. Three themes are discussed: factors contributing to the acute care skills deficit, the knowledge and skills required to work in acute care and strategies used to support the acquisition of acute care skills. In response to the review, and based upon the evidence-based solutions identified, the clinical skills team at Bournemouth University designed and... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666398 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4666398 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666395&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001101%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper evaluates the use of storyboarding within a classroom setting as a means of addressing end of life issues and engaging second year student nurses in creative, critical thinking and deeper reflection on practice.Storyboarding is a process that was developed to encourage learners to use the creative right brain and the critical left brain to formulate ideas in front of a group and then to look at those ideas critically (). The session was evaluated using a questionnaire and group discussion to elicit perceived learning from students. The activity was to create the storyboards in small groups, then review the content generated by discussion with the whole group. Main themes identified by the students included breaking bad news, dealing with cardiac arrest situation, copin... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666395 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4666395 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666397&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001125%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: The Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences at Kingston University/St George’s University of London (KU/SGUL) provides a module to train registered nurses to qualify as independent nurse prescribers. During the programme the participants engage in an online learning activity using a virtual patient (VP). The aim of this VP activity is to enable students to consolidate their learning and to practice the range of skills that the students have been developing related to prescribing. The activity was designed by the module leader and was run as a pilot on two groups of students (n = 34). An evaluative study was undertaken on the value of this blended learning activity to the student and their prescribing practice. This paper presents the development, implementation and evaluat... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666397 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4666397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666393&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001083%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: Student nurses infrequently witnessed paediatric urethral catheterisation in clinical placements which impacted on their ability to consolidate their learning and build competency in this clinical skill. Limited exposure to some clinical skills in practice, may mean that student nurses’ education should focus on skills they are more likely to witness in order to optimise their learning opportunities. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666393 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4666393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4583779&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001071%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: The transition from student to qualified nurse is widely acknowledged to entail a difficult period of adjustment, involving significant personal and professional challenges. Kramer [1974. Reality Shock – Why Nurses Leave Nursing. Mosby, St. Louis] originally described this as a “reality shock” due to the dissonance experienced between the expectations of the newly qualified nurse and the actuality of clinical practice. This experience continues to be echoed throughout the literature exploring factors influencing the quality of compassionate care, post-qualification support strategies, and attrition rates. Despite this, the phenomenon of a reality shock appears to have been accepted as an inevitable aspect of professional socialisation.This paper aims to report on an educati... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4583779 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4583779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4666394&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001095%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: We argue that insight into several stages of development, and finding appropriate forms of challenge and support, are likely to enhance the experiences of facilitators, their rate of development and the level of expertise achieved. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4666394 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4666394 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255237&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531000106X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes In this study, significant incongruence was found to exist between student expectations of pre-registration nursing programmes and the reality of these programmes following entry. The resulting dissonance was identified as an important factor in student decisions to voluntarily withdraw.A single case study design was selected to explore the causes of voluntary attrition in nursing students within a School of Nursing and Midwifery. The study population was obtained through purposeful sampling and consisted of 15 students who had previously voluntarily withdrawn from pre-registration nursing programmes. A semi-structured interview method was used to collect data from study participants. The interview schedule developed for use in the study reflected the key components of the conceptual model... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255237 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255228&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001058%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This editorial focuses on the experience of two nurse lecturers in the UK who undertook a week’s experience within an NHS practice setting. These practice exposures had a profound effect on each author, and as such in this editorial we discuss our experience of being in practice and doing nursing in the context of meeting the regulatory body Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements. In addition we consider ways of updating the self and reflecting upon our experiences, as well as stimulating a debate. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255228 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255238&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001046%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: The results of the SOAP approach supports the premise that quality clinical assessment requires nursing students’ exposure to complex challenges undertaken in authentic clinical contexts, observed by registered nurses who are trained as assessors and have a strong educational and clinical background. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255238 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4038408&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310001010%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes In North American nurse education, there is a trend in increasing human rights legislation (), and these practices are now having an increasing impact on nursing education. This would seem an area where the scrutiny of archaic and discriminatory practices should be welcomed. However, some more recent policy implementations seem to exemplify increasingly restrictive practices that are more likely to reduce the quality of education, and consequently affect public healthcare negatively. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4038408 Thu, 05 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4038408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3788729&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000995%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The overarching premise of this editorial is that we need a United Kingdom (UK) evaluation of teaching and learning in practice. This includes establishing a rigorous evidence base on the role activities of all those involved with the education of student nurses, (especially that of the mentor) in order to meet the challenges brought about as a result of political and professional agendas and to enable new models of practice education engagement to be developed. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3788729 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 06:16:53 +0100 3788729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3788728&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000727%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3788728 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 06:16:53 +0100 3788728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255242&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000983%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This book written by two highly experienced nurse educators, who are also advanced nurse practitioners, provides an excellent resource for nurse educators involved in educational programmes. It presents competency-based nursing education as an innovative model for nurse educators to meet the educational learning outcomes of the student and the organisation. The book is clearly formatted, organised and reader friendly. It is comprised of seven comprehensive chapters which contain informative tables to illustrate pertinent aspects of competency-based nursing education. Following each chapter there is inclusion of practice activities and reflective questions to simulate real-life situations. These guide the reader through the process of implementing a competency-based education programme and ... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255242 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255240&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000958%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This is a quick reference guide that considers a myriad of complementary and alternative therapies (CAMs). Therapies covered range from the more well-known acupuncture and herbal therapy, to the less well recognised, animal assisted therapies. The book is intended for all health care professionals, and briefly ascertains what the intervention is, what it does, if there are any contraindications, precautions and interactions. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255240 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255236&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000971%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This study unit as part of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme aimed at reviving the spiritual dimension in nursing care. This paper discusses the perceived impact of the study unit Spiritual Coping in Illness and Care on qualified nurses. The paucity of literature demonstrates some benefits perceived by the learners namely, clarification of the concepts of spirituality and spiritual care, self-awareness of personal spirituality and their current clinical practice which neglects the spiritual dimension. The ASSET model [Narayanasamy, A., 1999. ASSET: a model for actioning spirituality and spiritual care education and training in nursing. Nurse Education Today 19, 274–285] guided the teaching of this study unit. The nature of this study unit demanded an exploratory met... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255236 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255239&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000946%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes I initially found the idea of a student nurse planner, packed with so much information, very appealing. The presentation was pleasing and the content looked very promising. I found as I used the planner, certain aspects were valuable and comprehensive. Much of the information given was relevant for a student before they started their course or placement, and provided useful preparatory information. This was simple to read and only needed to be read once, in order to grasp the content. However this also meant that some of the information contained in the planner quickly became redundant. The purpose of the planner/diary is that it is portable and easy to carry around as a quick reference guide. However I believe that a substantial proportion of the material soon becomes less relevant, and t... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255239 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255241&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS147159531000096X%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Evolutionary psychology provides a meta-theoretical approach to psychology which makes use of the principles of evolution to aid in the understanding of psychological phenomena. It is an exciting new field that is of particular interest because it is shedding new light on issues (such as altruism, gender differences and mate selection, to name a few) that have been insufficiently understood within traditional schools of thought in psychology. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255241 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255235&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000934%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: The role of nurse preceptor in the UK functions to support and nurture newly qualified staff during transition to accountable practitioners. Transition is a stressful time for all new staff, whether diplomates or graduates. Preceptors are in a prime position to assess the competence and confidence of new staff, and observe their fitness for practice. Studies show variable evidence concerning the benefit to practice of nurses with degree compared to diploma education. This exploratory study investigated preceptors’ perceptions of differences in the knowledge and skills displayed by staff from a three-year Diploma programme (DNs), and four-year pre-registration Master in Nursing degree (MNs), run by one School of Nursing.In the first months DNs were said to exhibit more confidenc... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255235 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255234&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000922%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This article outlines one approach to establish inter-professional learning in the practice setting using systems based on current clinical placement allocation of students from a variety of health and social care professions. By utilising current unprofessional support systems for developing the learning environment, inter-professional learning opportunities were created for students. Interprofessional ‘champions’ in a targeted number of placements self selected themselves to participate in a new innovation. These healthcare professionals were given preparation, support and facilitator training. Interprofessional learning opportunities were developed using a variety of formats. Evaluations of the innovation demonstrated the usefulness of this approach for qualified staff as well as fo... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255234 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255233&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000910%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Canadian Licensed Practical Nurses continuing their education in an online Bachelor of Nursing program face unique barriers as they transition towards a new and more complex nursing role.This qualitative descriptive study explored Post Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Nursing (Post LPN to BN) students’ perceptions of their experiences during their education. George psychology of personal constructs, which seeks to understand how individuals perceive the world around them, was the theoretical framework for this three year longitudinal project in which 10 Post LPN to BN students were interviewed at the beginning, middle and end of their program. Transcripts from the interviews were analyzed and three key themes are presented to illustrate barriers that Post LPN to BN stude... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255233 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255232&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000909%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This paper discusses the implementation and evaluation of an innovative approach using videoconferencing to help student nurses to link theory to practice. A Clinical Practice Teaching and Learning Observatory (CP-TLO) was established to provide a synchronous learning opportunity for students in a university classroom observing and interacting with a specialist nurse, patients and carers in a diabetes clinic. Thirty eight students on a BSc/Diploma in Nursing course in the United Kingdom participated in the project which involved partnership working between lecturers, clinical and management staff, IT personnel and patients and their relatives. Student evaluations described the CP-TLO as an enjoyable and valuable learning experience. It is concluded that whilst the project focusse... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255232 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4038419&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000879%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Inter-professional education (IPE) is recognised as a major way of introducing students in the health professions to the importance of teamwork and communication in the delivery of excellent healthcare. This pilot project evaluated mixed versus single discipline group tutorials of nursing and medical students as a way to promote IPE and understanding of communication. Four tutorial sessions were video-recorded and analysed using a video analysis coding grid. Additional data were drawn from student evaluations and assessment of group participation and were subjected to quantitative and qualitative analysis. The case study as portrayed in the DVD was thought to provide an effective learning tool by both sets of students. Medical students rated the need for mixed group tutorials sig... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4038419 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4038419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4038418&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000867%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Effective communication is a vital component of nursing care, however, nurses often lack the skills to communicate with patients, carers and other health care professionals. Communication skills training programs are frequently used to develop these skills. However, there is a paucity of data on how best to evaluate such courses. The aim of the current study was to evaluate the relationship between student self rating of their own ability and their satisfaction with a nurse training course as compared with an objective measure of communication skills. 209 first year nursing students completed a communication skills program. Both qualitative and quantitative data were collected and associations between measures were investigated. Paired samples t-tests showed significant improveme... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4038418 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4038418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255231&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000892%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Conclusion: ‘The Ward’ was shown to be a very useful simulation exercise that has evaluated well and helped promote the pivotal role of team work for student nurses and bridge the gap between theory and clinical practice in a safe, non-threatening way. (Source: Nurse Education in Practice) Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255231 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255230&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000880%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes The objective of the article is to describe and share experiences on how to make the development of students’ internationalisation competence possible through collaboration with representatives of different cultures during a one-week intensive course. Internationalisation is an essential component in the competence-based curriculum of master’s level social and healthcare education. On the other hand, it has been a difficult task for adult students to enhance their internationalisation competence when they pursue studies alongside work. In addition, internationalisation in master’s level education has been a key feature both in Finland and in Russia. An intensive course is one educational method to share students’ existing professional know-how in an international multi-professional... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255230 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4255229&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000855%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes This article reports research and supervision practice experiences of teachers on a community nursing module, assessed by a patchwork text. The nature, relevance and characteristics of support and supervision involve judging use and relevance of story, personal memory and imagery as means of illustrating creativity and self-evaluative questioning interlinked with empirical evidence, research and policy discourses. All of these diverse elements require synthesis by practitioners if they are to demonstrate essential skills of community working, including responding to situational challenges, unpredictability and use of evidence in context. Supervision is characterised less by information provision and more by assisting students to understand connections and significance with the reflective d... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4255229 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4255229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4038417&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000843%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: This descriptive study was planned for the purpose of evaluating the effect of clinical education at Istanbul University Bakırköy School of Health, Midwifery Division, on the preparation of senior midwifery students for their professional lives.The sample comprised a total of 230 students in the final year of midwifery school who agreed to participate in the research during the academic years 2003–2004, 2004–2005, 2005–2006, and 2006–2007. Data was collected with a 27-item questionnaire prepared by the researcher. Percentages, Fischer and Chi-square tests were used in the data analysis.According to the research findings, the majority of the students had graduated from high school (78.7%) and lived together with their families (52.2%). The majority of the students though... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4038417 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4038417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4038416&cid=s_36839_27_f&fid=36839&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nurseeducationinpractice.com%2Farticle%2FPIIS1471595310000831%2Fabstract%3Frss%3Dyes Abstract: Participating in a community of practice (CoP) is essential for final year nursing students. The article describes the opportunities of student nurses to participate as members of a CoP, and how these opportunities were exploited. Ten students in their final clinical practice were included. Empirical data were generated through participant observation and individual interviews, focusing on the participants’ interaction with the staff and were analysed within a phenomenological-hermeneutic framework.The results showed that the students were to a greater or lesser extent participatory in the CoP, depending on what both the students and the members of the staff did to make participation possible.The conclusion is that the students’ participation is strengthened by the students a... Nurse Education in Practice journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4038416 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4038416