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Basic academic preparation of foreign-educated nurses: a base for developing continuing education courses

M V Bohnen, D D Balantac

    Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
    |November 1, 1994
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    Curricular differences in nursing programs may explain why foreign-educated nurses (FENs) struggle with the NCLEX-RN exam. Identifying these factors can help improve FENs

    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Education
    • International Nursing
    • Professional Licensure

    Background:

    • Foreign-educated nurses (FENs) face challenges passing the NCLEX-RN.
    • Understanding curricular factors is crucial for FENs' licensure success.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate curricular elements contributing to FENs' high failure rates on the NCLEX-RN.
    • To identify common and country-specific factors in nursing education.

    Main Methods:

    • International investigation involving onsite curricular reviews.
    • Analysis of basic academic preparation in 19 nursing programs across 10 countries.

    Main Results:

    • Common curricular factors identified across schools.

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  • Country-specific educational elements contributing to academic difficulties.

    • Conclusions:

    • Curricular variations impact FENs' performance on the NCLEX-RN.
    • Identified elements can inform continuing education for FENs.