Using a Continuing Multimedia Case Study to Develop Critical Thinking and Empathy.

BACKGROUND: Critical thinking and empathy are essential elements in attaining competencies expected of Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates. Our purpose is to describe the use of a continuing multimedia case study in a large online course, including the pedagogical framework, implementation, and impact on student learning. METHOD: We adapted qualitative analysis strategies to thematically analyze data from course assignments to demonstrate evidence of the development of critical thinking and empathy. RESULTS: Students reported a variety of critical thinking skills acquired through continuous examination of patient problems and completion of case study-based tasks. Students described changes in their emotions and attitudes toward the older adult patient in the case study and the population represented with empathy as the dominant emotion. CONCLUSION: The use of a continuing multimedia case study provided a successful platform for enhancing the learning of didactic content and the development of critical thinking and empathy. [J Nurs Educ. 2019;58(3):169-172.].

Advance directives in the provision of care for incarcerated adults: a scoping review protocol.

SCOPING REVIEW QUESTION/OBJECTIVE: The objective of this review is to map the available evidence around advance directives in the care of incarcerated adults in terms of what has been undertaken, what outcomes have been reported, and what research gaps exist.The specific areas of investigation will include:Practices, policies or interventions used with incarcerated adults concerning advanced directives.Prisoners' experiences with advanced directives when receiving care.Barriers to establishing and implementing advanced directives.Healthcare providers' experiences with implementing advanced directives while providing care.The specific questions for this scoping review are:What types of research related to advanced directives in the provision of care for incarcerated adults have been conducted and reported?What research gaps exist in this area? CENTER CONDUCTING THE REVIEW: The Indiana Centre for Evidence-Based Nursing Practice: a Collaborating Centre of the Joanna Briggs Institute.