Academic preparation of global health leaders
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Linda Johanson, EdD, MS(n), RN, Department of Nursing, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA; Dianne Y. Daniels, PhD, MSN, CNE, Department of Nursing, Pfeiffer University, Misenheimer, North Carolina, USA
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The preparation for nurses as global leaders begins in the basic academic program, however the amount and emphasis on this important topic varies greatly. A descriptive study was undertaken to discern knowledge of nursing students about global health. The majority of respondents demonstrated moderate knowledge regarding this topic.
Leadership Connection 2018: Transformative Nursing Leadership, September 15-18, 2018. Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
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| Keywords | Education; Global Health; Leadership |
| Name | Leadership Connection 2018 |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Date | 2018 |
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