Identifying Relevant Acid–Base Topics in the Context of a Prenursing Chemistry Course To Better Align Health-Related Instruction and Assessment

• Corina E. Brown ^[1] ; Melissa L. M. Henry ^[1] ; Richard M. Hyslop ^[1]
  1. [1] University of Northern Colorado

     University of Northern Colorado

     Estados Unidos

     
• Localización: Journal of chemical education, ISSN 0021-9584, Vol. 95, Nº 6, 2018, págs. 920-927
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • This study explores the acid–base topic in the context of a chemistry course taken as a prerequisite for a baccalaureate nursing program. Core findings were derived from semistructured interviews with experts in the areas of chemistry and nursing, and a multiple university survey of experts’ opinions. The acid–base topic was reviewed and evaluated in several general, organic, and biological (GOB) chemistry textbooks and nursing textbooks. A set of acid–base chemistry concepts were identified that have relevance in the allied-health fields, especially nursing. By being aware of these concepts, the GOB chemistry instructors can better plan their learning activities, teaching strategies, and assessment.