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An Educational Model for Preparation for Practice?

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Problem-based Learning in Nursing

Part of the book series: Nurse Education in Practice ((NEP))

Abstract

Healthcare organisations are now seeking a multiskilled, responsive, adaptable workforce who are prepared to be lifelong learners, adapting and changing as required by the organisation. The scope of modern nursing is still evolving. Just as nursing practice adapts to changes in healthcare provision, so too must nurse education if it is to remain ‘current’ (Boettcher, 1994). If nurses are to be prepared for a pivotal role in the care of people in the twenty-first century, nurse education has to develop innovative and creative initiatives to meet the needs of the citizens of the region served (Berkley, 1992). Nurse educationalists thus have a responsibility to encourage and develop nurses who can respond proactively to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and the requirements of demanding healthcare consumers (a key theme of this book).

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  1. Iain Burns
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Editors and Affiliations

  1. St Bartholomew’s School of Nursing and Midwifery, City University, UK

    Sally Glen (Professor of Nursing Education and Dean) (Professor of Nursing Education and Dean)

  2. School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Dundee, UK

    Kay Wilkie (PBL Co-ordinator) (PBL Co-ordinator)

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Burns, I., Glen, S. (2000). An Educational Model for Preparation for Practice?. In: Glen, S., Wilkie, K. (eds) Problem-based Learning in Nursing. Nurse Education in Practice. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-333-98240-2_9

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