Enhancing evidence bases for interventions in a baccalaureate program.
Modifying the sequence, objectives, and research-based content for a nursing interventions course in a baccalaureate curriculum resulted in improved outcomes including enhancement of the evidence bases for nursing interventions. A mixed methods research study demonstrated better student preparation for clinical experiences and improved satisfaction with course content, consistency, and sequencing. Faculty reported improved integration of theory, research, and practice. Although grades were slightly lower in the new course, the positive outcomes greatly outweighed this expected finding. A foundation for improving the evidence bases for future nursing practice is guided by the curricular modifications described in this article.
Aronson
Barbara S
BS
Department of Nursing, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, USA. aronsonb1@southernct.edu
Rebeschi
Lisa M
LM
Killion
Susan Westrick
SW
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003237:Connecticut; D003479:Curriculum / Q000592:standards; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000458:organization & administration*; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine / Q000193:education*; D005181:Faculty, Nursing; D017144:Focus Groups; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D015402:Nursing Education Research; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D015399:Nursing Research / Q000193:education*; D009937:Organizational Objectives; D015397:Program Evaluation; D036301:Qualitative Research; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires