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. 2012 Sep-Oct;28(5):238-42.
doi: 10.1097/NND.0b013e318269fec7.

The midlife learner

Deborah J Laughlin  1
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The midlife learner

Deborah J Laughlin. J Nurses Staff Dev. 2012 Sep-Oct.

Abstract

The author reviews the literature regarding midlife adult learners to determine the best educational methods to positively affect retention. Developing hospital-based educational programs will meet the needs of the midlife learner and help retain nurses. Strategies reviewed include intergenerational mentoring, adapting to physiological age-related changes, linking new and prior learning, allowing time to acquire new skills, and deliberate planning for the future.

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