Application of problem-based learning mode in nursing practice student teaching

Objective To explore the effects of problem-based practice teaching mode in nursing practice student teaching. Methods The nursing students participating in practice in neurosurgery ICU of our hospital between the year 2013-2014 were divided into experimental group and control group. The experimental group applied problem-based mode of practice teaching, while the control group applied traditional mode of practice teaching. The two groups were mainly compared in terms of critical thinking and professional knowledge, information retrieval ability, problem solving ability, learning interest, self-directed learning, teamwork, satisfaction of practice teaching and other differences. Results Nursing practice students in the experimental group obtained significant higher scores in critical thinking ability than students in the control group, and so did the other aspects including their professional knowledge, information retrieval, problem solving, learning interest, self-directed learning, cooperation ability and satisfaction scores. Conclusions The problem-based practice teaching mode is effective and feasible for the nursing practice students.