The Correlation between Mathematics Anxiety, Numerical Ability and Drug Calculation Ability of Paramedic Students: An Explanatory Mixed Method Study.

Eihab A Khasawneh Cameron McR Gosling Brett A Williams

Published in: Advances in medical education and practice (2020)

Drug calculation is fundamental in paramedic practice. It is affected by the numerical ability of the students and is negatively and indirectly impacted by mathematics anxiety. Modifications of a paramedic program curriculum can improve student's ability to think critically and to overcome medication dosage problems.

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