Curriculum and the HESI Examination

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This study investigates the impact that curricula involving case studies has on the pass rate of the HESI (Health Education Systems, Inc.) exit examination. The study compares schools that use instruction involving case studies to schools that do not use such instruction. The paper utilizes a non-experimental design, conducted as an observational correlation study. The paper presents the hypothesis that there will be a positive correlation between case studies and higher pass rates on the HESI exam.

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Abstract
Conceptualization of the Problem
Hypothesis
Research Design
Methodology
Research Protocol

From the Paper:

"RN program nursing schools strive to provide students with the highest quality of education possible. Curricula are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills that will prepare them for success in the field of nursing. The most effective way to measure the acquisition of this crucial knowledge and skill is the HESI exit examination. This is a standardized test that determines whether students can demonstrate that they have acquired a sufficient base of knowledge to progress into employment in the field of nursing."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Nibert, A.T., Young, A., Adamson, C. (2006). Predicting NCLEX success with the HESI exit exam: fourth annual validity study. Nurse Education, May-June (supplement), 38S-34S.
• Habib, F., Eshra, D.K., Weaver, J., Newcomer, W. (1999). Problem based learning: a new approach for nursing education in Egypt. Journal of Multicultural Nursing & Health, 5(3), 6-11.

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