Problem-based learning in nurse education

Background and purpose This is a summary of Sharma et al’s study.1 Problem-based learning (PBL) is a common learning strategy used in nurse education. During PBL, student nurses solve clinical scenarios and practice-based problems. Previous systematic reviews indicate PBL improves student nurse critical thinking, but the existing reviews are becoming dated and need updating with the latest research. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to use the latest research to determine the effectiveness of PBL for student learning in nurse education. Methods Results and areas for future research The review includes 16 studies (published 2001–2021) and 1143 student nurses. Studies were quasi-experimental (n=10) and randomised controlled trials (n=6). PBL was delivered weekly (10–120 min) over several weeks (3–32 weeks). Control groups received traditional learning (n=7), lectures (n=6), demonstration (n=1),...
Source: Evidence-Based Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Evidence for Nurse Education Source Type: research