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Contents

Preface

Assessment of Professional Practice: Perceptions and Principles

Abstract

Introduction

Methodology

Findings

1. Process

Portfolios

Reflections

OSCEs (Objective Structured Clinical Examinations)

Competence-based tools

Tripartites

SLVT (student-led verification tool)

Observations

Conversations

Presentations

General comments on the process of assessment

2. Preparation

3. Purpose

4. Placements

5. People

6. Professional Persona

Other findings

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Empowering Latino and American Indian Students to Rename the World

Abstract

Foundational Literature Review: The Starting Point for ALCANCE

Alcance: “Reach” for Latino and American Indian Students

Setting

Participants

Conceptual Framework

Grant Structure and Services

The Recruitment Film: “That Spirit, That Thing Inside”

The Phases of Research

The Recruitment Film: The First Component

The Evaluation Instruments

The Interviews and the Program Evaluation Instrument: Barriers for Latino and AI Students

The Comparison Group Interview: Social and Educational Backgrounds of Latino and AI vs. Anglo Students

Reliability and Validity; “Credibility” of the Research Components

Conclusions

Acknowledgments

References

The Attitudes of Nursing Students toward Older Adults: A Review

Abstract

Background

Purpose

Process of Paper Selection

Overview of Studies

History of Attitudinal Research

Use of Theory by Studies

Factors Influencing Attitudes

Personal Characteristics of Nursing Students

Knowledge and Attitudes

Educational Approaches/Interventions

Practice Experiences

Critique of Intervention Studies

Health Care Environment

Preparatory and Supportive Strategies

Instruments Used to Measure Attitudes toward Older People

Kogan’s Attitudes Toward Old People Scale (KOP)

Rosencranz & McNevin’s Aging Semantic Differential Scales

Miscellaneous Attitudinal Scales

Attitudes toward Working with Elderly/Older People

Palmore’s Facts on Aging Quiz

Recommendations for Future Research

Implications for Practice and Education

Conclusions

References

The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Nursing

Abstract

Introduction

What is Emotional Intelligence? Differences in the Conceptualisation of Emotional Intelligence

Models of Emotional Intelligence

Salovey and Mayer’s Model

Model of Goleman and Boyatzis

Model of Petrides and Furnham

Benefits of Emotional Intelligence in Nursing

a. Emotional intelligence and emotional wellbeing in nursing: adapting to stressful situations, coping and burnout

b. Emotional intelligence and leadership in nursing

c. EI and education in nursing

d. Emotional intelligence and palliative care in nursing

Model of Emotional Competencies in Nursing. Description of the Programme, Development and Learning Strategies

Implementation and Learning Strategies

Conclusion

References

The Journey to NCLEX RN Success: Charting the Course

Abstract

Nclex-Rn®

Testing Process

The Challenge of NCLEX-RN® Questions

Test Blue Print

Success Strategies

Accept Personal Responsibility and Accountability for Learning

Develop A Personal Success Plan.

Practice Thinking Like A Nurse

Managing Test Anxiety

The Practice of Self-Care

Barriers to Self-Care

Self-Care Tactics

Conclusion

References

Appendix A

Physical Self-Assessment

Physical Self-Assessment

Mental Self-Assessment

Emotions Self-Assessment

Choices Self-Assessment

Relationships Self-Assessment

Appendix B

Time Management Assessment

Objectives & Goals

Improving Student Satisfaction in Nursing Education

Abstract

Introduction

Student Satisfaction Level in Nursing Education

Assessing Student Satisfaction

Methods of Assessing Student Satisfaction

Surveys

Interviews

Analysing the Complaints

Module/Course Evaluation

The Scope of Student Satisfaction Assessment

The Level of Student Satisfaction Assessment

Factors Affecting Student Satisfaction

Suggestions on Developing Student Satisfaction

Conclusion

References

Stress and Concerns Associated to Clinical Practice in Nursing: A Comparison Between Nursing Students and Professionals

Abstract

Introduction

Stress and Concerns Associated to Clinical Practice in Nursing Students

Our Study About Nursing Students´ Concerns

Figure 2. Stressors among Nursing professionals. Adapted from Augusto Landa, López-Zafra, Berrios Martos and Aguilar Luzón (2008)

Conclusions

References

From Cultural Competence to Conflict Engagement: On the Need for Conflict Engagement Education in Nursing Programs

References

10 Recommendations to Integrate

Students’ Motivation in Teaching and Assessment Strategies

Abstract

Should We Consider a “Motivation Problem” or a

“De-Motivation Problem”?

What Are We Talking About?

What Is the Difference between Intrinsic Motivation and Extrinsic Motivation?

Intrinsic Motivation

Extrinsic Motivation

Self-Determination Theory

Is Self-Determination Good for Learning?

Can Teachers Influence Their Students’ Motivation?

How Can Self-Determined Behaviors Be Facilitated?

Perceived Task Value

Self-Efficacy Perception

Control Beliefs

In Summary (See Table 1)

What Can You Do to Enhance Nursing

Students’ Motivation?

Teaching Tip #1: Explore Students’ Expectations

Teaching Tip #2: Make Explicit the Value of the Lesson

Teaching Tip #3: Foster Mastery Goals Orientation

Teaching Tip #4: Help Students to Build Well-Structured and Realistic Long-Term Goals

Teaching Tip #5: Value Social Goals

Teaching Tip #6: Set Up Medium-Difficulty Learning and

Assessment Objectives

Teaching Tip #7: Value the Relationship between Efforts and Outcomes

Teaching Tip #8: Provide Appropriate Feedbacks

Teaching Tip #9: Give Students Opportunities to Make Choices

Teaching Tip #10: Choose Teaching Methods and Tools with a High Motivational Potential

In Summary (See Table 2)

Conclusion

References

Why and How Should We Prepare Nursing Students for Mass Casualty Incidents?

Abstract

Introduction

Why Should We Prepare Nursing Students for Mass Casualty Incidents?

How Should We Prepare Nursing Students for Mass Casualty Incidents?

1. Enhance the Motivation of Nursing Students to Learn Disaster Medicine

2. Enhance the Nursing Students’ Abilities to Reason Intuitively

3. Enhance the Abilities to Work Together

Conclusion

References

Index