Journal of Professional Nursing
Volume 25, Issue 5 , Pages 273-278 , September 2009

Use of Aptitude to Understand Bachelor of Science in Nursing Student Attrition and Readiness for the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse

  • Sarah E. Newton, PhD, RN

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Dr. Newton: Associate Professor, Oakland University, 448 O'Dowd Hall, Rochester, MI 48309.
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  • Gary Moore, PhD, RN

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doi: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2009.01.016

Journal of Professional Nursing
Volume 25, Issue 5 , Pages 273-278 , September 2009

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