African American nursing students' perceptions about mentoring.

Aim: This pilot study described African American nursing students' perceptions of mentoring.

Background: The number of African American nurses in the United States is far less than desired. Part of the problem is due to attrition of this student group within nursing education programs.

Integrating bioterrorism education into nursing school curricula.

Due to the events of September 11, 2001 and the bioterrorism-related anthrax episodes, the United States has escalated efforts to better prepare the nation for terrorist attacks. Early recognition and management of a biological attack are largely dependent on the clinical expertise of frontline health care personnel. Nurses are recognized as an integral part of this team.