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2153780

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rdf:type
lifeskim:mentions
pubmed:issue
1
pubmed:dateCreated
1990-3-13
pubmed:abstractText
The accurate calculation of drug dosages is a critical skill for nurses. This study compared two different treatments, algorithmic-based instruction (ABI) and teacher-directed instruction (TDI), as ways of providing instruction in dosage calculation. The ABI treatment relied exclusively on the use of a written study guide with algorithms, whereas the TDI treatment utilized lecture. Both treatments included an equal number of practice sessions structured via a whole or part method. The sample included 55 nursing students who were randomly assigned to either the whole or part method, and to TDI or ABI treatment. Initial learning and retention were measured by the use of two post-tests. Analysis of covariance indicated that neither of the treatments nor methods were statistically different for initial learning or retention. Both treatments, however, were found to be effective. The ABI treatment, moreover, was very efficient since it eliminated 75 minutes of instruction presented by a lecturer. Implications of this finding are considered.
pubmed:language
eng
pubmed:journal
pubmed:citationSubset
IM
pubmed:chemical
pubmed:status
MEDLINE
pubmed:month
Jan
pubmed:issn
0148-4834
pubmed:author
pubmed:issnType
Print
pubmed:volume
29
pubmed:owner
NLM
pubmed:authorsComplete
Y
pubmed:pagination
31-6
pubmed:dateRevised
2006-11-15
pubmed:meshHeading
pubmed:year
1990
pubmed:articleTitle
A comparison of algorithmic and teacher-directed instruction in dosage calculation presented via whole and part methods for associate degree nursing students.
pubmed:affiliation
Armstrong State College, Savannah, GA 31419-1997.
pubmed:publicationType
Journal Article, Clinical Trial, Comparative Study, Randomized Controlled Trial