AIM: The purpose of this integrative review is to identify ways to decrease student attrition in schools of nursing. BACKGROUND: Many nursing students have anxiety, lack finances, face an absence of faculty or peer support, and have decreased overall satisfaction with the realities of nursing. This integrative review demonstrates that a significant percentage of nursing students leave school before completing their program. METHOD: Manuscripts were selected for this study to evaluate effective interventions to increase retention rates for first-year nursing students. Seventeen studies met inclusion criteria. RESULTS: Interventions to decrease attrition include effective teaching methods and styles; utilization of an advisor, clinical coach, or mentor; stress reduction; faculty support; students' background; and perceptions of nursing. CONCLUSION: Educators have the option of using several supportive measures to decrease attrition in nursing programs.
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