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September 09, 2010 Using Simulation to Bridge Communication and Cultural Barriers in Health Care Encounters: Report of an International Workshop - Clinical Simulation in Nursing Mitchell AM et al. – The objective of the workshop was to stimulate discussion among health care educators about state–of–the–art methods of incorporating cultural awareness and sensitivity into communication skill development through the use of HFPS scenarios. Introductory background and significance information, workshop materials, interactions from the workshop groups, and a summary of the themes that emerged from the workshop experience are presented.... Capacity Building for Simulation Sustainability - Clinical Simulation in Nursing Pattillo RE et al. – The complex systems model was conceived and utilized as faculty moved forward with planning, implementing, and evaluating simulation activities for undergraduate curriculum. The conceptual framework and an informal evaluation of the model are described.... Using Video-Facilitated Feedback to Improve Student Performance Following High-Fidelity Simulation - Clinical Simulation in Nursing Grant JS et al. – Video–facilitated simulation feedback is potentially a useful tool in increasing desirable clinical behaviors in a simulated environment.... Is Physician Engagement With Web-Based CME Associated With Patients' Baseline Hemoglobin A1c Levels? The Rural Diabetes Online Care Study - Academic Medicine Crenshaw K et al. – Engagement in Web–based interventions is measurable and has important implications for research and education. Because physicians of patients with the greatest need for improvement in A1c control may not use online educational resources as intensely as others, other strategies may be necessary to engage these physicians in professional development activities.... September 08, 2010 Predictability Associated with Exit Examinations: A Literature Review - Journal of Nursing Education Harding M – These findings are consistent with reports regarding other computerized examinations. There is mixed evidence that these progression policies result in increased NCLEX–RN pass rates.... Leadership theories relevant to the role of the supervisor of midwives - British Journal of Midwifery Hinchliffe J – Various leadership techniques and models will be offered that can be used by the SOM to execute their leadership role more effectively. Transformational, situational and action–centred leadership is discussed alongside emotional intelligence, and the influence that a group of supervisors can have within an organization.... Use of Focus Groups to Elicit Student Perception of NCLEX-RN Preparation - Journal of Nursing Education Pabst MK et al. – Focus groups are an appropriate data collection method when one wants to listen to and gather information from a homogenous group of participants. Faculty members from a baccalaureate program used this technique to learn more about their students’ perceptions of NCLEX–RN preparation practices. Themes were identified that could lead to more controlled study and ways to effectively remediate those at risk for failure.... Efficacy of Podcasting: Use in Undergraduate and Graduate Programs in a College of Nursing - Journal of Nursing Education Schlairet MC – Findings suggest that nurse educators can leverage students' positive attitudes and technologic skills with minimal investment of dollars and no impact on class attendance, building high–quality podcasts that align with students’ unique learning environments and goals. Faculty should consider specific student attributes and associated needs when developing podcasts and in providing guidance and support for students who use these learning tools.... Evaluating the Effect of Interactive Audience Response Systems on the Perceived Learning Experience of Nursing Students - Journal of Nursing Education Porter AG et al. – Descriptive statistical analyses indicated that nursing students positively evaluated the effect of ARS with QDI on their learning. Qualitative analyses indicated that students had better understanding of the material via post–question discussion of the rationales for answers, enhanced NCLEX–RN preparation, and increased interactivity, which led to paying more attention in class.... Quality and Safety Education for Nurses Clinical Evaluation Tool - Journal of Nursing Education Walsh T et al. – The resultant tool more accurately appraised clinical capabilities by focusing on quality and safety in health care, and it permitted the evaluation of critical thinking skills and team communication.... Previous Page...    More News...
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