NDLI: Structure and Content of a New Entrance Exam to Select Undergraduate Nursing Students

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Structure and Content of a New Entrance Exam to Select Undergraduate Nursing Students

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Author	Haavisto, Elina Hupli, Maija Hahtela, Nina Heikkilä, Asta Huovila, Pirjo Moisio, Eeva-Liisa Yli-Koivisto, Lea Talman, Kirsi
Copyright Year	2019
Abstract	Aim The aim of this study was to develop an evidence-based structure and content for the new nursing entrance examination. Background The purpose of the student selection process is to ensure that those admitted have the required aptitude, motivation and potential to successfully complete studies. Methods The literature reviews were collected using systematic searches in five electronic databases on the assessment of learning skills, social skills/ emotional intelligence and certainty of career choice of nursing applicants. Three focus group interviews (n = 26) were conducted. Data were analysed inductively. The structure and content of the entrance examination was formed by two data sets synthesis. Findings Nursing student selection should involve the assessment of five categories in learning skills, three in social skills and four categories in certainty of career choice. Conclusion Comprehensive assessment can ensure that those admitted are suitable for the profession and have the capability to succeed in their studies.
Related Links	http://www.degruyter.com/downloadpdf/j/ijnes.2019.16.issue-1/ijnes-2018-0008/ijnes-2018-0008.xml
ISSN	21945772
e-ISSN	1548923X
DOI	10.1515/ijnes-2018-0008
Journal	International Journal of Nursing Education Scholarship
Issue Number	1
Volume Number	16
Language	English
Publisher	Walter de Gruyter GmbH
Publisher Date	2019-02-25
Access Restriction	Open
Subject Keyword	International Journal of Nursing Education Scholarship Nursing Learning Skills Social Skills Emotional Intelligence Career Choice Nursing Student Selection Journal: International Journal of Nursing Education Scholarship, Vol- 16
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article

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