Critical Thinking Disposition of Nurse Practitioners in Taiwan.

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effect of an educational training program for hospital nurses on universal precautions in Changsha, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China. METHOD:Using a quasi-experimental design, 50 of 100 randomly selected hospital nurses were randomly assigned to receive an educational intervention. Qu...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Huang J,Jiang D,Wang X,Liu Y,Fennie K,Burgess J,Williams AB

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This research was conducted to study the level of nursing competency of newly graduated nurses after using a mentor-ship model. Nineteen newly graduated nurses worked with a trained mentor. Before the experiment, newly graduated nurses were evaluated regarding their nursing competency by head nurses two times, with a ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Komaratat S,Oumtanee A

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Critical thinking has been a crucial outcome of nursing educational programs. Effective nurses should be knowledgeable about complex patient situations and confident in their skills. One teaching strategy recently adopted by some educators to develop nurses' critical thinking, learning, and confidence is simulation. S...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Kaddoura MA

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Continuing education (CE) programs for nurses often result in improved quality of patient care and personal and professional growth of participants. These outcomes are not achieved when nurses perceive barriers to putting knowledge from CE programs into practice. This qualitative study examined nurses' perceptions of ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Scheller MK

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Preoperative fasting is a requirement to be made by anesthesiologists, but they generally depend on nurses to ensure it is carried out by patients. Lack of updated knowledge among nurses may cause complications. METHOD:The objective of this study was to understand the knowledge of nurses about preoperative ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Mohan S,Chakravarthy M,George A,Devanahalli A,Kumar J

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wikis and blogs are software programs that promote communication and collaboration through the development of written documents. Nurse educators can use them to facilitate teaching and learning in a variety of health care settings. ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Billings DM

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Continuing competence programs (CCPs) are becoming required in many nursing jurisdictions across Canada. CCPs have the common goal of ensuring nurses remain up-to-date and competent in their professional practice. They often incorporate reflective practice as a tool for nurses to critically explore their practice and ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Mantesso J,Petrucka P,Bassendowski S

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Today's dynamic health care environment offers multiple challenges as hospitals attempt to design and implement successful nursing career plans and support the development of professional nurses along such plans. The Pediatric Nurse Exchange Program is designed as a means for personal and professional development to s...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Cedagren D,Dull S,Rodrigues-Fisher L,Hoffman MN,Morris E

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Within the context of nursing education in Australia, the registered nurse (RN) preceptor plays an invaluable role with nursing students; however, many are not specifically trained for this role. This study explored the perceptions of practicing preceptors from one health care facility after completion of a specially ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Smedley A,Morey P,Race P

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Distress screening, using the Distress Thermometer for Patients, is a valid, evidence-based approach to assess and facilitate the identification of interventions for patients and families experiencing cancer-related distress. Nurses are in position to lead early implementation of screenings and identify interventions ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Redmond M

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Texas Nurses Association initiated an Emerging Nurse Leaders Program as an approach to engaging new nurses in the leadership of the professional association. This article explains the program's origin, the commitment of the Texas Nurses Association to this process, the implementation of the plan, and the discussio...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Sportsman S,Wieck L,Yoder-Wise PS,Light KM,Jordan C

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The American Heart Association adopted new curriculum guidelines for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) education. Requirements include the incorporation of case-based learning strategies in the course format. METHOD:A self-directed, scenario-based course format was developed to incorporate principles of ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Darr LR

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is gaining the attention of public health, educators, and health care providers. This column reviews the deficits, prevalence, symptoms, and environmental factors. ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Ray-Mihm R

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Across the country, integrated health care systems continue to emerge and expand. Large multifacility organizations can present both challenges and opportunities for nursing professional development and continuing education activities. This article will explore how one large multifacility system is addressing the vari...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Smith EL

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes a new model and process to implement evidence-based practice. This model builds on concepts from the Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice, the Stetler model, and Rosswurm and Larrabee's model. The new model focuses on the centrality and involvement of staff nurses in making evidence-based pract...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Reavy K,Tavernier S

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A nurse planner is an integral part of a provider unit. The nurse planner is responsible for the quality of individual educational activities offered by the provider unit as well as overall functioning of the provider unit. Selecting the right individual or individuals to be nurse planner(s) significantly impacts the ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Dickerson PS

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Qualitative inquiry can provide new dimensions to existing knowledge about how nurses use information from continuing education participation in practice. This study offers descriptions from the perspective of nurse administrators in an underserved area and a time of shrinking resources of nurses' application and use ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Sherwood G

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:HOW TO OBTAIN CONTACT HOURS BY READING THIS ISSUE Instructions: 1.2 contact hours will be awarded by Villanova University College of Nursing upon successful completion of this activity. A contact hour is a unit of measurement that denotes 60 minutes of an organized learning activity. This is a learner-based ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Canada AN

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As nurses seek to advance their education through online courses, considering best practices in feedback is especially important. Rich and rapid feedback has long been considered a best teaching practice, but how to provide this feedback in an online course environment is not always clear. This study was con...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Halstead JA,Phillips JM,Koller A,Hardin K,Porter ML,Dwyer JS

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Graduate students in eight diverse health care professional programs participated together in a pilot course entitled, "An Interprofessional Approach to Patient Care." Through postcourse discussions with the clinical nurse leader students, faculty discovered that beyond meeting program objectives, the nursing learners...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Baessler M,Best W,Sexton M

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to identify program characteristics that influence decision-making in the selection of continuing education (CE) offerings by registered nurses licensed in a state with mandatory CE. A sample of 238 nurses were asked to identify the level of importance for 35 CE program characteristics on...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Craft MJ,Heick M,Richards B,Murray J,Lathrop N,Reed S

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mentoring exists in formal and informal processes in many areas of nursing practice. This article explores the mentoring relationship between the two editors of this column. J Contin Educ Nurs. 2017;48(5):201-202. ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Dickerson PS,Shinners J

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study assessed distance learning needs among nurses on the Neighbor Islands in Hawaii. METHODS:An exploratory study was conducted using a descriptive qualitative design. Of the 37 nurses who completed the study, 7 were nurse administrators and 30 were staff nurses. There were 18 focus groups of nurses ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Kataoka-Yahiro MR,Richardson K,Mobley J

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Effective training is needed for high-quality performance of staff nurses, who are often the first responders in initiating resuscitation. There is insufficient evidence to identify specific educational strategies that improve outcomes, including early recognition and rescue of the critical patient. This stu...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Roh YS,Issenberg SB,Chung HS,Kim SS,Lim TH

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nurses working in rural settings face challenges not found in urban and suburban areas. These challenges affect nursing care, the nursing profession, and the professional development of the individual nurse. To understand rural nursing, a clear definition of rural nursing and of rural nursing theory is essential. Ther...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： McCoy C

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Active learning assignments can be achieved in online discussions, resulting in creative linkages for innovation. This article describes how the teaching strategy of active learning assignment evolved into a group of student learners engaging in the development of a creative advanced clinical care scenario in an onlin...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Huber DL,Joseph ML,Halbmaier KA,Carlson M,Crill S,Krieger K,Matthys N,Mundisev A

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac arrest can occur in any health care setting at any time, requiring nursing staff to be prepared to quickly and adequately perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Currently, the American Heart Association certifies health care providers in Basic Life Support (BLS) for a 2-year period, but evidence in...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Kemery S,Kelly K,Wilson C,Wheeler CA

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The demand for expanded knowledge and accountability in critical care nursing has increased the need for qualified critical care nurses and is tempered by requirements that their preparation be cost-effective. The Emory University School of Nursing (EUSN) has pioneered in meeting this challenge. Since June 1988, a Cri...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Earp JK,Capka MB,Davis AE,McLain RM,Ney CA,Moorhead J

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alcohol is the third leading cause of death and a preventable risk factor contributing to more than 200 diseases and conditions. Unquestionably, health care practitioners should routinely screen and give patients brief feedback on alcohol consumption related to health outcomes; however, they rarely ask patients about ...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Mitchell AM,Finnell DS,Kane I,Halge H,Puskar K,Savage CL

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preceptorship programs are widely used in nursing education and transition to practice. This article describes a variety of improvements implemented in an academic health sciences center on the basis of findings from a study previously conducted with preceptors in the same institution. A long-standing preceptor prepar...

journal_title：Journal of continuing education in nursing

authors： Gueorguieva V,Chang A,Fleming-Carroll B,Breen-Reid KM,Douglas M,Parekh S

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00