Keyword: mathematical education

ABSTRACT: Mathematics plays a vital role in nursing practice, as it supports essential tasks such as medication administration, fluid management, and the accurate interpretation of patient data. However, nursing students often struggle to apply mathematical concepts in clinical settings where quick and accurate decisions are crucial. The study explores a heuristic way to help students become more confident and capable in using mathematics to ensure safe and effective patient care. A learning intervention was conducted among nursing students using specially designed packets incorporating heuristic strategies for understanding clinical mathematics. Data collected before and after the intervention were analyzed to identify meaningful improvements in their skills, with results handled under strict ethical and privacy guidelines. The results showed significant improvements in students’ performance in clinical mathematics after using heuristic-based learning materials. These gains were consistent across key areas such as unit conversion, dosage calculation, fluid balance, and data interpretation. The findings confirm that focused and contextual instruction can meaningfully support nursing students in developing the skills necessary for safe and effective patient care.

ABSTRACT: Mathematics plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges, making its enhancement essential in the context of Education 4.0. This study addresses a gap in the literature by providing expert-driven recommendations for transforming mathematics education in response to the demands of Education 4.0, which has been underexplored in existing research. Through an iterative consultation process, experts agreed on integrating key 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and digital literacy. The findings emphasize the importance of innovative teaching methods, ethical use of technology, and global competence in fostering adaptable, problem-solving learners. The study also highlights the need for inclusive and sustainable approaches within mathematics education. The proposed frameworks offer practical strategies for bridging theoretical content with real-world applications.