Perception survey on the introduction of clinical performance examination as part of the national nursing licensing examination in Korea.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze opinions about the action plan for implementation of clinical performance exam as part of the national nursing licensing examination and presents the expected effects of the performance exam and aspects to consider regarding its implementation.

Methods: This study used a mixed-methods design. Quantitative data were collected by a questionnaire survey, while qualitative data were collected by focus group interviews with experts.

[Concept analysis of resilience in patients with cardiovascular diseases].

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to define and clarify the concept of 'resilience' in patients with cardiovascular diseases.

Methods: A hybrid model was used to develop the concept of resilience. The model included a field study carried out in Cheonan, Korea.

Measurement issues across different cultures.

Purpose: The purposes of this methodologic paper are to (1) describe theoretical background in conducting research across different cultures; (2) address measurement issues related to instrument administration; and (3) provide strategies to deal with measurement issues.

Methods: A thorough review of the literature was conducted. A theoretical background is provided, and examples of administering instrument in studies are described.

Critical thinking dispositions and skills of senior nursing students in associate, baccalaureate, and RN-to-BSN programs.

This study investigated the critical thinking dispositions and skills of senior nursing students. Study participants were students enrolled in associate (n = 137), baccalaureate (n = 102), and RN-to-BSN (n = 66) programs accredited by the Korean Ministry of Education. The California Critical Thinking Disposition Inventory (CCTDI) and California Critical Thinking Skills Test (CCTST) were used.

[The development of certificates criteria and curriculum in home healthcare nurse specialist program].

Purpose: To make a contribution to raising the quality of nursing and home healthcare services through reviewing the present state of home healthcare nurse specialist training institutions and education programs and creating concrete measures to establish high-quality education courses.

Method: International comparative study of accreditation criteria and curriculum in home healthcare nurse specialist program.

Result: The Authorization Standards of home healthcare nurse training institutions consists of 8 items, 23 evaluation criteria and 72 evaluation indexes.