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Integrating the 4Ps in masters-level nursing education
Kimberly Day1, Debra A Hagler1
1Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Arizona State University, 500 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States of America.
Summary
Streamlining the master of science in nursing curriculum by integrating pathophysiology, pharmacology, assessment, and health promotion into two courses reduced credit load. This approach successfully met learning outcomes and accreditation standards.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Curriculum Development
- Health Sciences
Background:
- Generalist Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs often include excessive science credits.
- Overlapping coursework with advanced practice programs increases costs and program length for generalist students.
- Current curricula may not align with program outcomes or accreditation standards.
Purpose of the Study:
- To streamline the MSN curriculum by aligning course content with program outcomes.
- To meet student learning needs and current accreditation requirements.
- To reduce overall credit load and tuition costs for generalist MSN students.
Main Methods:
- Course learning outcomes were mapped to program outcomes and AACN Essentials competencies.
- A two-course series integrating the 4Ps (pathophysiology, pharmacology, physical/health assessment, health promotion) was developed.
- The integrated series was designed for an online master's level nursing curriculum, reducing total credits.
Main Results:
- 67 students completed the integrated online courses in the first semester.
- The revised curriculum successfully met program learning outcomes and accreditation standards.
- Minor revisions were implemented based on student feedback after the initial offering.
Conclusions:
- Integrating the 4Ps into a two-course series is a viable strategy for curriculum streamlining.
- This model effectively reduces credit requirements in generalist MSN programs.
- The approach supports efficient and effective nursing education.
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