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Factors that influenced six nurse anesthesia programs to close
1Department of Anesthesiology, Albany Medical College, New York, USA.
AANA Journal
|November 27, 1998
Summary
Closing nurse anesthesia education programs can be prevented. This study identifies key factors influencing program closures, enabling other nurse anesthesia programs to develop strategies for sustained operation and meet healthcare needs.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Anesthesia Nursing
- Healthcare Administration
Background:
- Nurse anesthesia programs are vital for meeting societal healthcare demands.
- Environmental factors can negatively impact nurse anesthesia education programs, potentially leading to closure.
- Outdated data hinders effective strategic planning for program sustainability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify specific factors that influenced the closure of six nurse anesthesia education programs.
- To provide current information to help other programs proactively address threats to their operation.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of factors contributing to the closure of nurse anesthesia education programs.
- Identification of current environmental influences impacting program viability.
Main Results:
- Key factors influencing program closure decisions were identified through the study.
- Current data on influential factors provides a basis for strategic intervention.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the specific factors that lead to nurse anesthesia program closures is crucial for the profession's well-being.
- This research equips nurse anesthesia programs with current knowledge to anticipate and mitigate risks, ensuring continued education and service provision.