Remediation in Nursing Education Today: Review of the Literature and Considerations for Future Research

The number of schools of nursing using remediation to improve student scores on faculty-created and standardized examinations-and ultimately on the NCLEX®-has increased significantly in recent years. This article summarizes key findings in the literature about remediation strategies and approaches used in nursing programs and policies that impact student outcomes. The article also discusses student motivation, methods for measuring the impact of remediation, variables affecting individual student success, suggestions for remediation policy considerations, and future research.