Teaching and Learning in Nursing
Volume 5, Issue 1 , Pages 39-43, January 2010

The intersection of the history of associate degree nursing and “BSN in 10”: Three visible paths

Coastal Carolina Community College, Jacksonville, NC 28546, USA

East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858, USA

Abstract 

Associate degree nursing (ADN) education developed from Mildred Montag's research and differentiated practice vision in 1952. From the first set of graduates, Montag's differentiated practice vision did not take hold. Lack of differentiation of nurses' role and functions in practice based on education preparation continues today. The “BSN in 10” legislative proposals raise questions about the role of the ADN nurse in practice. This article is an invitation for further historical study and dialogue.

Keywords: Associate degree nursing, Nursing education, Nursing history, BSN in 10, Differentiated practice

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PII: S1557-3087(09)00083-3

doi:10.1016/j.teln.2009.08.006

Teaching and Learning in Nursing
Volume 5, Issue 1 , Pages 39-43, January 2010

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