Abstract

In 2014, an Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program in Texas displayed an interest in implementing a teaching method conducive to improve students' critical thinking ability and increase their confidence level in providing quality patient care. The project question was, "In Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) students with a low level of confidence and inadequate critical thinking skills, how effective is simulation compared to case study scenario activities in assisting students to develop the confidence and critical thinking skills necessary to make effective clinical decisions?" The purpose sought to compare and evaluate the effectiveness of simulation versus the traditional classroom lecture. The project's aims were to develop a teaching method that will increase the students' confidence and critical thinking skills necessary to provide care to patients.

Author Details

Katrina L. Walker, DNP, MSN, RN

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

DNP Capstone Project

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quasi-Experimental Study, Other

Research Approach

Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice

Keywords:

Case Study, Confidence, Critical Thinking, Simulation

Advisor

Lydia L. Forsythe

Second Advisor

Jo Ann Runewicz

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

Capella University

Degree Year

2015

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2015-06-26

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