Although much has been written about the serious problem of medication errors resulting from inad... more Although much has been written about the serious problem of medication errors resulting from inadequate medication calculation abilities of nurses, the dilemma still persists. This quasi-experimental study examined whether the use of dimensional analysis would improve the medication dosage calculation abilities of nursing students. The findings of the study support the use of dimensional analysis as an effective problem-solving method to assist nursing students in developing the mathematical and conceptual skills to accurately calculate medication dosages and ensure the safe administration of medications.
The Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, 2008
There are varied solutions to the nursing shortage, and one is returning inactive nurses to nursi... more There are varied solutions to the nursing shortage, and one is returning inactive nurses to nursing. This qualitative study used face-to-face interviews to examine the experiences of nine nurses who returned to nursing after completing a refresher course. Financial benefits, children getting older, and purpose in life were reasons for taking the refresher course. The course was located by word of mouth, through the State Board of Nursing, and online. Supports included family, friends, motivation, self-paced study, and mentors. Barriers were obtaining clinical experience and getting questions answered. Seven of nine jobs related to the course clinical. Orientation with preceptors was important in employment. The nurses intended to remain employed until retirement. conclusion: Keeping track of nurses who become inactive and intentionally planning for their return could be a solution to the nursing shortage in the next decade.
Quality clinical learning is increasingly challenging, yet essential for aspiring nurses. Creativ... more Quality clinical learning is increasingly challenging, yet essential for aspiring nurses. Creativity is needed to optimize scarce clinical experiences, maximize faculty talents, and ensure direct student engagement with clinical experts. The authors discuss a clinical academic partner project designed to address these issues.
Although much has been written about the serious problem of medication errors resulting from inad... more Although much has been written about the serious problem of medication errors resulting from inadequate medication calculation abilities of nurses, the dilemma still persists. This quasi-experimental study examined whether the use of dimensional analysis would improve the medication dosage calculation abilities of nursing students. The findings of the study support the use of dimensional analysis as an effective problem-solving method to assist nursing students in developing the mathematical and conceptual skills to accurately calculate medication dosages and ensure the safe administration of medications.
The Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, 2008
There are varied solutions to the nursing shortage, and one is returning inactive nurses to nursi... more There are varied solutions to the nursing shortage, and one is returning inactive nurses to nursing. This qualitative study used face-to-face interviews to examine the experiences of nine nurses who returned to nursing after completing a refresher course. Financial benefits, children getting older, and purpose in life were reasons for taking the refresher course. The course was located by word of mouth, through the State Board of Nursing, and online. Supports included family, friends, motivation, self-paced study, and mentors. Barriers were obtaining clinical experience and getting questions answered. Seven of nine jobs related to the course clinical. Orientation with preceptors was important in employment. The nurses intended to remain employed until retirement. conclusion: Keeping track of nurses who become inactive and intentionally planning for their return could be a solution to the nursing shortage in the next decade.
Quality clinical learning is increasingly challenging, yet essential for aspiring nurses. Creativ... more Quality clinical learning is increasingly challenging, yet essential for aspiring nurses. Creativity is needed to optimize scarce clinical experiences, maximize faculty talents, and ensure direct student engagement with clinical experts. The authors discuss a clinical academic partner project designed to address these issues.
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