scholarly journals Teaching Nursing Students How to Mitigate Stress

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Clinical Skills ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Practical Skills ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Student Stress ◽  
Short Period ◽  
Reducing Stress

Background: For student’s stress and burnout has significantly increased in the following manners: (a) poorer health at graduation and 1 year post graduation, (b) lower mastery of nurse-specific tasks, (c) and lower use of evidence-based practice. Stress of the nursing student closely mirrors that of other students, with added components such as (a) workload, (b) clinical placement, (c) development of clinical skills, and (d) perceived lack of practical skills. Many studies have addressed student stress but haven’t focused on measures to deter stress. Method: A convenience sample of 35 junior-level nursing students in a generic baccalaureate theoretical framework’ and a pre/post survey was administered. Results: Mindfulness and self-care modules were beneficial in increasing self-care efforts and decreasing stress from 5 to 30% points, in a short period of time. Conclusion: The project was designed and succeeded in reducing stress in nursing students by directing and energizing them to keep their well-being a priority.

Development and psychometric evaluation of the motivation for nursing student scale (MNSS): a cross sectional validation study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Giampiera Bulfone ◽  
Sondra Badolamenti ◽  
Valentina Biagioli ◽  
Massimo Maurici ◽  
Loreana Macale ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Hypothesis Testing ◽  
Validation Study ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Academic Motivation ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Academic Self Efficacy

Abstract Objectives To develop a self-report scale to measure academic motivation among nursing students and to test its psychometric properties. Methods a cross-sectional validation study with a convenience sample of nursing students (n=1,635) was performed. The Motivation Nursing Students Scale was developed; content, face, construct validity, hypothesis testing and reliability were evaluated. Results The validity structure revealed a four-factor solution and the model reached a satisfactory fit (χ2=622.835 df=160, p<0.01, CFI=0.90, TLT=0.83, RMSEA=0.060 (90% [CI] 0.055–0.064, p=0.001, SRMR=0.067). The hypothesis testing was confirmed with a positive correlation of the academic self-efficacy with Introjected, Intrinsic motivation and a negative correlation with Amotivation. Conclusions We verified a link between academic self-efficacy and motivation. Both motivation and self-efficacy may increase academic achievement and the possibility for HEIs to degrees a number of students in line with demands.

Exploring Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Experiences of Engaging With a Dialectical Behavior Therapy-Skills Group Intervention: Findings of a Thematic Analysis

2020 ◽  
pp. 084456211989648 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heather Beanlands ◽  
Elizabeth McCay ◽  
Angel Wang ◽  
Andria Aiello ◽  
Jasna Schwind ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Behavior Therapy ◽  
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Undergraduate Nursing Students ◽  
Undergraduate Nursing ◽  
Skills Group

Study Background Nursing students often have high levels of stress leading to negative consequences for academic performance and overall well-being. Novel strategies are needed to help students manage stress. Purpose To explore students’ experiences with an evidence-based intervention—Dialectical Behavior Therapy-Skills Group (DBT-SG). Methods We conducted a mixed-methods study to pilot test a DBT-SG intervention, modified for use with undergraduate nursing students. Qualitative data collected as part of this study included focus groups and written responses on a study questionnaire. Thematic analysis of these data was undertaken to explore how students experienced the intervention. The results of this analysis are reported here. Results Five themes were uncovered: experiencing stress and de-stressing, feeling accepted and validated, acquiring skills, shifting perspectives, and enhanced well-being. Conclusions Our findings suggest that by engaging with DBT-SG, nursing students felt accepted and validated, acquired a variety of skills to cope with stress, as well as developed new perspectives, such as the value of practicing self-care, which contributed to enhanced well-being. Future research could build on these results by further exploring how to best create accepting and validating learning environments where students are encouraged to develop interpersonal relationship skills and enact self-care to further support their well-being and professional development.

scholarly journals Nursing Students' Eating Habits, Subjective, and Mediterranean Nutrition Knowledge During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 237796082110382
Author(s):  
Gizell Green
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Nutrition Knowledge ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Subjective Knowledge ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits

Background Mediterranean nutrition knowledge, healthy eating habits, and subjective nutritional knowledge are crucially important to nursing students’ health. The study strives to examine, during the COVID-19 pandemic period: (a) nursing students' eating habits and their subjective nutritional knowledge according to three groups: novice, advanced, and senior; and (b) subjective knowledge and its role as a mediator between Mediterranean nutritional knowledge and nursing students’ eating habits. Methods A cross-sectional study design with a convenience sample consisting of 212 university nursing students. Participants volunteered to complete a questionnaire that examined their eating habits, subjective nutritional knowledge, and Mediterranean diet knowledge. The university's institutional review board provided permission to conduct the current study. Results Nursing students from the novice group had better eating habits than the advanced and senior groups, and no significant differences were found between the advanced and senior groups regarding eating habits. Additionally, Mediterranean nutritional knowledge had a positive indirect effect on eating habits through subjective nutritional knowledge. Therefore, subjective nutritional knowledge partially mediated the relationship between Mediterranean nutritional knowledge and eating habits. Conclusion First, especially for the advanced and senior groups, it is important to create opportunities for learning via seminars, symposia, and webinars. Interprofessional teams, such as clinical nutritionists or a registered certified dietitian and nursing student, can engage with important, authentic information. Second, since subjective nutritional knowledge was found to be a partial mediator, it may be assumed that there are other mediating variables that we did not examine in this study. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct further research to examine other factors that can serve as mediators for eating habits, in addition to subjective knowledge, especially during COVID-19 times.

scholarly journals The Relationship Between Second Language Anxiety and International Nursing Students Stress

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 601-620
Author(s):  
Nigar G Khawaj ◽  
Sabrina Chan ◽  
Georgia Stein
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Language Anxiety ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Student Stress ◽  
International Nursing ◽  
Nursing Student Stress ◽  
The Relationship

We examined the relationship between second language anxiety and international nursing student stress after taking into account the demographic, cognitive, and acculturative factors. International nursing students (N=152) completed an online questionnaire battery. Hierarchical regression analysis revealed that spoken second language anxiety and the acculturative factors of marginalization and separation were significantly related to academic-related and placement-related stress in international nursing students. The results suggest that international nursing students, along with the pressures of their course, encounter second language anxiety particularly with reference to its spoken aspect. Subsequently, interventions aimed at building resilience in international nursing students should include coping and management of second language issues.

scholarly journals The Effect of Quran Therapy on Reducing Stress Levels of Nursing Students at PSIK UMI Makassar

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Wahyuni Munir ◽  
Najihah Najihah ◽  
Trisulawati Lutia
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Blood Circulation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Student Stress ◽  
Stress Levels ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Effect Of Therapy ◽  
Sample Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Reducing Stress

Stress is the body's reaction to the environment that is considered dangerous. Metabolism and blood circulation become disturbed if the psychiatric feel depressed which can cause illness. This study aims to determine the effect of therapy of the Qur'anic verses on reducing stress levels in nursing students in completing their thesis at the Muslim University of Indonesia. This type of research uses a quasi-experimental with one group pre-post design on 18 respondents using purposive sampling technique. The research instrument used a questionnaire. The statistical test of the paired sample test shows the value of p = 0.042 with ? = 0.05. The results showed that the stress level of students compiling their thesis at the Muslim University of Indonesia decreased from 88.9% to 66.7% after being given therapy for the Qur'anic verses. The conclusion of this study is that there is an effect of the therapy of Qur'anic verses on reducing stress levels in nursing students in completing theses at Muslim University of Indonesia and there are differences in student stress levels in preparing theses at Indonesian Muslim University before and after receiving verse therapy.

scholarly journals Perceived Barriers in Communicating with Nurses and Patients During Clinical Learning among Nursing Students of Two State Universities in Sri Lanka

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
U.H.M. Nasmil ◽  
S.M.K.S. Seneviratne
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Communication Barriers ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
State Universities ◽  
Clinical Learning ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Validated Questionnaire

Introduction: Nursing students who undergo clinical learning in hospitals frequently communicate with nurses and patients. Communication barriers act as a burden to reach the desired quality of their learning. Previous studies indicate that barriers to communicate with nurses by nursing students are significantly higher compared to patient-related and nursing student-related barriers. This study aimed to describe perceived barriers to communicate with nurses and patients during clinical learning among nursing students of two state universities in Sri Lanka. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using a convenience sample of 120 nursing students from 2 nd , 3 rd and 4 th years in the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and the Eastern University of Sri Lanka. A previously validated questionnaire, consisting three barrier categories; nurse-related, patient-related and student-related was adapted and pretested for the study. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics in SPSS version 23. Results: The majority of participants were females (77.5%). All three barrier categories were perceived as moderate by a majority; 66.7%, 72.5% and 66.6% respectively. Nurse-related barriers had the highest overall mean score (3.31±0.56) compared to patient-related (3.12±0.64) and nursing student-related (3.00±0.68) barriers. The highest mean score (3.91±0.99) was evident for nurses’ negative attitudes towards nursing students, serious disease conditions of patients (3.75±1.03), and language differences (3.34±1.36). Conclusions: The three tested barrier categories were found to be moderate where nurse-related barriers were the highest and nursing student-related barriers were the lowest. The study recommends to provide adequate training on effective communication skills in clinical settings for nursing students. Continuing education programs for nurses should also focus on facilitating student training in clinical settings.Keywords: Clinical learning, Communication barriers, Nursing students, Nurses, Patients

A Call to Intervene: Suicide Risk Among Nursing Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 253-255
Author(s):  
Catherine A. Stubin
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Nurse Educators ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Academic Failure ◽  
Warning Signs ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Student Stress ◽  
Nursing Student Stress

Researchers have found that nursing students are experiencing stress and mental health issues at higher rates than the general college student population. Emphasis should be placed on assessing nursing student stress, with increased efforts toward early detection of depression, before these students experience academic failure. Nurse educators must be the first line in addressing students' mental health problems, being the “eyes and ears” in the classroom as they advocate for students. Faculty have a responsibility to be aware of warning signs of and risk factors for suicide in nursing students, and how to locate resources for at-risk students. Suicide is a preventable public health concern, and nurse educators can make a difference.

Changes in Taiwanese nursing student values during the educational experience

2010 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 646-654 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Hua Lin ◽  
Liching Sung Wang ◽  
Susan Yarbrough ◽  
Danita Alfred ◽  
Pam Martin
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Educational Experience ◽  
Nursing Program ◽  
Professional Values ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Positive Direction ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Program Entry ◽  
Student Values

Professional values are standards for action and provide a framework for evaluating behavior. This study examined changes in the professional values of nursing students between their entrance to and graduation from an undergraduate nursing program. A pre- and post-test design was employed. A convenience sample of 94 students from a university in Taiwan was surveyed. Data were collected from students during the sophomore and senior years. Total scores obtained for the revised Nurses Professional Values Scale during the senior year of the nursing program were significantly higher than upon program entry. The ‘caring’ subscale was scored highest at both program entry and graduation, but the pre- and post-test scores were not significantly different from each other. The students scored significantly higher on the ‘professionalism’ and ‘activism’ subscales at post-test than they did at pre-test. Professional values changed in a positive direction between the beginning of the student nurses’ educational experience and their graduation. The results supported the premise that education had a positive effect on these students’ professional values but causality could not be assumed.

scholarly journals Using Physical Education Courses to Help Increase Well-Being of RN-BSN Nursing Students: An Exploratory Analysis of Outcomes

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 29
Author(s):  
John E. Lothes II ◽  
Debra A. Hrelic ◽  
Amy Olsen
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Bachelor Of Science ◽  
Health Patterns ◽  
Bsn Nursing Students ◽  
Reducing Stress ◽  
Bsn Students ◽  
Wellness Inventory

Background: Student health and wellness has been a growing concern over the years. Evidence is showing that behaviors and health patterns developed in college tend to hold through the years after graduation.Aim: To examine the pre-post wellness outcomes of nursing students taking a physical education course in an online accelerated Registered Nurse-Bachelor of Science Nursing (RN-BSN) program at a university in the Southeast region of the United States.Methods: An online course with incorporated physical activities and tutorials was designed based on the Travis Wellness Inventory to teach about 12 different dimensions of wellness. Students completed modules that addressed different aspects of wellness. Wellness was assessed using the Wellness Inventory and pre-post outcomes were examined. Results: The results found statistically significant changes between the pre and post assessments for all dimensions of wellness outcomes. There were also significant changes between the pre and post assessments when investigating differences based on gender with females improving on all 12 dimensions and males on 4.Conclusion: Introductory Physical Education (PED101) courses may be useful in improving wellness and reducing stress and turnover for RN-BSN students.

scholarly journals Perceived Stress Level and Coping Mechanisms Among Health Allied Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
Abd Alhadi Hasan ◽  
Hussein Alqarni ◽  
Nofaa Ali Alasmee
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Coping Behaviors ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Positive Coping ◽  
Orientation Week ◽  
And Coping

Purposes: This study identified and compared between the levels and types of stressors as well as coping behaviors. Design: Cross-Sectional Survey Methods: Data were collected using a convenience sample of 286 students Findings: The results showed that &lsquo;&lsquo;teachers and nursing staff&rsquo; &rsquo;and &lsquo;&lsquo;assignments and workload&rsquo;&rsquo; were the highest sources of stress among nursing and MLS students. But this was much higher among nursing students. In addition, lack of professional knowledge and skills were cited the least stressors among both students&rsquo; groups. Practice Implications: The result can be used to support Nursing student to utilize positive coping mechanism to deal with stress successfully. Enhance academic staff awareness about re-allocation of the academic demands and the emphasis on the benefit of orientation week for the students.

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