Contribution of basic sciences to academic success in nursing education

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Basic Sciences
• Academic Success

Background:

• The role of foundational science knowledge in nursing education is crucial.
• Understanding the impact of basic sciences on academic performance is essential for curriculum development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the contribution of basic sciences to academic success in nursing education.
• To identify key predictors of success in nursing programs and on licensure examinations.

Main Methods:

• Regression analysis models were employed to analyze relationships between variables.
• Predictor and criterion variables were assessed to determine their impact on student success.

Main Results:

• Basic sciences and third/fourth-year nursing course GPAs significantly predicted overall program success (p < 0.001).
• Cumulative GPA was the sole significant predictor of nursing licensure examination success.

Conclusions:

• Basic science coursework appears to have a unique relevance to nursing practice.
• These findings suggest that a strong foundation in basic sciences is vital for nursing students' academic achievement and future licensure success.