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This study evaluated a mindfulness-based stress reduction intervention for graduate nursing students. Forty-four participants engaged in 20 weekly, 1.5-hour sessions of mindfulness training. There were no statistically significant effects on participants' stress levels or quality of life, yet there was a statistically significant increase in overall mindfulness (P < .05).

Background: Conducting a best possible medication history (BPMH), while using effective patient communication skills, falls within the nursing scope of practice and is recommended at all care levels. Nursing students should be taught these skills before entering clinical practice, but evidence about effective teaching strategies is limited. Approach: A standardized patient-facilitated home visit simulation was utilized in a prelicensure nursing program to practice a BPMH while using effective patient communication skills. Outcomes: All students correctly identified medications listed on the patient history, and most identified omitted medications (90.1%), transposed medications (91.6%), and incorrect medication usage (91.6%). All students demonstrated effective patient communication skills—using open-ended questions and inquiring about medication usage. Conclusion: Incorporating a standardized patient-facilitated home visit BPMH simulation allows students the opportunity to practice and achieve BPMH competency essential for nurses.