Attitudes Of Nursing Students Research Articles

Influence of the Psychological Effect of COVID-19 on Saudi Student Nurses' Attitudes toward Nursing and Their Future Career Plans.

The effects of COVID-19 on the attitude of student nurses toward the nursing profession remain unclear because few studies have been conducted on this topic. Thus, this study examines the influence of the psychological effects of COVID-19 on student nurses' attitudes toward the nursing profession and their desire to become nurses. The study utilised a quantitative, cross-sectional, and observational design. It surveyed a convenience sample of 726 student nurses in Saudi Arabia during the first semester of the 2021-2022 academic year. The students reported low levels of COVID-19 fear, anxiety, stress, phobia, and obsession. The students reported positive attitudes toward the nursing profession and 86.0% highlighted their desire to continue with nursing as their future profession. Gender, knowing someone infected with COVID-19, confidence in the government's pandemic response, fear, anxiety, and phobia were significant predictors of the nurses' attitudes. Community, family members in the profession, "COVID-19-related anxiety", and "preference for the nursing profession" were significant predictors of the student's desire to continue nursing. Living in a rural community, having family members in the nursing profession, having low levels of COVID-19-related anxiety, and having positive attitudes toward nursing increased the likelihood of nursing students continuing their nursing careers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Impact of an Educational Module on Pharmacovigilance towards Improving Knowledge and Attitude of Nursing and Pharmacy Students

Abstract: Background: Pharmacovigilance is an integral part of patient safety and rational use of medicines. It is the professional responsibility of not just physicians but also of other health care professionals who use medicines such as nurses and pharmacists. Therefore it is essential to create awareness about pharmacovigilance through an educational module during their undergraduate course. Objectives: 1. To evaluate the knowledge and attitude of nursing and pharmacy students towards pharmacovigilance. 2. Based on the above, to design an educational module on pharmacovigilance. 3. To assess the impact of the educational module on knowledge and attitude towards pharmacovigilance. Materials and Methods: A crosssectional study was conducted on nursing and pharmacy students pursuing pharmacology. A structured validated questionnaire consisting of 20 questions was used to assess the baseline knowledge and attitude. An educational module was designed and imparted to the participants. After a two week period the impact of the educational module was assessed. Results: The educational intervention significantly improved the knowledge of the nursing and pharmacy students about pharmacovigilance. The students had a positive baseline attitude towards pharmacovigilance which did not change much after the educational module. Conclusion: The knowledge of the nursing and pharmacy students improved significantly after the educational intervention. This highlights the need for such an educational module during their learning period so as to imbibe the safety culture and reporting practice early on in a healthcare professional’s life. Periodical awareness activities for healthcare professionals to improve ADR reporting are however recommended for their sustained involvement in pharmacovigilance. Keywords: Educational intervention, Learning, Pharmacovigilance, Nurses, Pharmacists.

Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Knowledge and Attitude: Care of Patients Of Mechanical Ventilators

Objective: To determine the knowledge and attitude of student nurses about mechanical ventilators (MV) and analyze the impact of a one-week educational program. Methods: Fifty student nurses were included in a one-week training program about MV’s fundamental favorable knowledge and attitude in January 2021 at MG nursing Institute, Tamil Nadu, India. Student nurses in critical nursing courses were assessed before an education program. A pre-validated survey questionnaire comprised of knowledge and attitude items was adopted to collect data before and after the training program (post-course assessment). The program adopted a lesson plan and simulation procedures for learning, and it took seven days to complete. Findings: According to the study’s findings, 35 (70%) participants (student nurses) were females, and 15 (30%) were males. The pre-test knowledge and attitude were inadequate 74% and 12.64 (25%), respectively. In the post-test, it increased to adequate with 44% and 64%. The mean knowledge score pre-test MV assessment was 8.58 (17%), and the posttest was 19.18 (38%). While their attitude on the pre-test was 12.64 (25%), their post-test score was 32.38 (64%). There was a statistically significant difference between pre and post MV knowledge and attitude among student nurses. Novelty: Students’ mean post-knowledge and attitude scores were higher than the pre-test at p<0.05. The findings indicate that the computer-assisted teaching program with simulation was significantly effective in improving the knowledge and attitude of student nurses on the care of mechanical ventilator patients. The study recommended using simulation techniques in the care of mechanical ventilator patients to enhance the knowledge and attitude of nurses and nursing students. Keywords: Attitude; ComputerAssisted Teaching Program; Simulation; Knowledge; Mechanical Ventilator; Patient Care; Student Nurses

Knowledge, Attitude, Practice and psychological response of Pediatric nursing students toward COVID-19 in Assiut university

Knowledge, Attitude, Practice and psychological response of Pediatric nursing students toward COVID-19 in Assiut university

A study to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice towards major bloodborne diseases and needle-stick injury protocols among second-year nursing students in selected nursing colleges of pune city

Bloodborne pathogens, including Hepatitis B (HBV), Hepatitis C (HCV), and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans. Needle sticks and other sharp related injuries may expose workers to bloodborne pathogens. Workers in many occupations, including first responders, housekeeping personnel in some industries, nurses, and other healthcare personnel, may be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The objective of this study is to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of second-year nursing students regarding major bloodborne diseases and needle stick injury protocols and to find the association between knowledge, attitude, and practice scores with demographic variables. The quantitative approach to be used is a non-experimental descriptive study, and the sampling method to be used is non-probability purposive sampling. Structured questionnaires, Likert scales, and checklists are used as tools, and statistical methods include Karl Pearson's test for correlation between variables and the chi-square test to test the association. The majority of students have an average level of knowledge, a neutral attitude, and very good practice methods in clinical areas. They also have an average level of knowledge, a neutral attitude, and very good practice skills in clinical areas regarding the prevention and precaution of major bloodborne diseases and needle stick injuries. The correlation between knowledge and attitude scores is found to be negative, while the correlation between knowledge and practice scores is positive and the correlation between attitude and practice scores is negative.

The Relationship Between Knowledge and Attitudes of Malaysian Undergraduate Students Towards Dementia

Introduction: Providing care for vulnerable people, including older adults with dementia, that is safe and efficient is a significant factor in improving their health. This study aims to determine the knowledge and attitudes of undergraduate nursing students regarding dementia in older adults. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted among 126 undergraduate students at a Malaysian university using purposive sampling. The respondents’ knowledge of dementia was measured using the Alzheimer’s Disease Knowledge Scale (ADKS), and their attitudes towards dementia were measured using the Adolescent Attitudes towards Dementia. The scale of P&lt;0.05 was statistically significant, and the data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) Statistics 26.0 for Windows. Results: The results showed that 78.6% of undergraduate nursing students had higher knowledge of dementia than 92.9% had positive attitudes toward dementia. There is a significant relationship between years of study and knowledge of dementia among UKM nursing students (χ2= 14.93, p = 0.001). Conclusion: Most undergraduate students have higher knowledge of and positive attitudes towards dementia. A better understanding of the disease process improves the quality of life for people with dementia and their caregivers. Longitudinal and comparative studies were suggested for further research.

Attitude, Knowledge and Donor Card Volunteering of Nursing Students Regarding Organ Donation

Attitude, Knowledge and Donor Card Volunteering of Nursing Students Regarding Organ Donation

Nursing student´s attitudes toward e-learning: a quantitative approach

This article seeks to determine the attitudes of undergraduate nursing students toward e-learning at the (X). A quantitative, non-experimental, descriptive, and exploratory approach was the procedural methodology selected in this study. A suitable sample of sophomore nursing scholars (n = 71) was registered. A total of 58 students returned the questionnaire (82.8% were females). Students who have previous computer training were significantly more confident in connecting to the internet than those with no prior computer training (t = 2.1, p < 0.05). Students who had prior experience in e-learning predicted they would feel significantly more nervous when working with computers than those who did not have this prior experience (t = 2.3, p < 0.05). In general, our investigation uncovered a differently favorable view of nursing students towards e-learning, however, some negative attitudes were also recorded. Factors likes students` motivation and personalities, backgrounds and feelings related to the control of their educational process must be considered in the application of e-learning.

Influencing Nursing Student Attitudes Toward Older Adults: A Pre/Post Interventional Study

: Background: The older adult population in the US is burgeoning and nurses will be at the forefront of providing the skilled, compassionate care needed for them. Undergraduate nursing students do not commonly desire to work with older adults after graduation, likely related to negative attitudes, which can adversely impact the care provided. Aim: To determine the effect of a course using a suite of teaching techniques designed to positively shift nursing students’ attitudes toward older adults. Design: A one group pre and post-test design was used to test the effect of completion of the Nursing Care of the Older Adult course on baccalaureate undergraduate junior level nursing students’ attitudes toward older people at a large University in the Midwest for two consecutive years (2019 and 2020). Methods: A quality assurance evaluation using a voluntary anonymous survey (Kogan’s Attitude Toward Older People Instrument) on paper (2019) or online (2020) took place on the first and last day of class. Normality was assessed and the central limit theorem was applicable, therefore, independent samples t-tests were performed on the primary outcome, total score, with the primary predictor as pre vs post. This process was repeated on a 2020 cohort in the same course with a paired samples t-test, as paired subject ID’s were recorded in 2020 but not in 2019. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on all parts of academic life, no direct comparisons were made between the 2019 and 2020 samples. Course content included lectures, videos, MaskEd™ simulation, group work, case studies and clinical experiences. Results: Both cohorts had significant improvement in the total Kogan instrument score, indicating a positive change in attitudes toward older adults [2019 pre M 167.2, SD 20.3 to post M 176.9, SD 22.4, t (292.43) =3.96, p<0.001 and 2020 pre M 179.4, SD 21.3 to post M 188.1, SD 22.2, t (70) =-5.61, p<0.001]. Conclusion: The innovative, intentional teaching strategies incorporated into this gerontology course were effective in promoting positive attitudes toward older adults. Impact Statement: Providing knowledge about and interaction with older adults can positively influence nursing students’ attitudes and contribute to the improvement health care outcomes for this population.

Attitude of Nursing Students toward People Living with Mental Disorder

Background: Stigma held by health-care professionals toward people with mental illness can have serious negative impact on the quality of care provided by them. It is essential to adequately train the nursing students to develop favorable attitudes toward mental illness. In Bhutan, the level of stigma among student nurses remains understudied. Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the attitudes of student nurses toward people with mental illness. Methods: It was a cross-sectional survey. A total population sampling technique was used. Two hundred and thirty-six student nurses completed a 40-item Community Attitudes toward Mentally Ill (CAMI) questionnaire to determine whether people with mental illness were viewed as “inferior;” deserving “sympathy;” perceived as a “threat” to the society or “acceptable” in the community. Independent t-tests and the analysis of variance were performed to determine the association of categorical variables with the CAMI. Results: Nursing students had favorable attitudes toward people with mental illness. The mean scores for the authoritarian (27.56 ± 3.95), benevolence (39.33 ± 3.71), social restrictiveness (21.51 ± 4.54), and community mental health ideology (37.29 ± 4.85) subscales reflected a positive attitude of student nurses. There was significant difference (F = 4.79, P &lt; 0.01) only in the dimension of authoritarianism when CAMI subscales were compared according to the level (year) of the course. Conclusion: The study confirmed positive attitudes of student nurses toward people with mental illness. However, no significant difference in attitudes of student nurses according their level (year) of study underscores the need for revisiting current psychiatric curriculum and calls for further studies in the area.

The Effect of the "Geriatric Nursing" Course on Nursing Students' Attitudes toward Old Age and Aging: A Comparative Study

Negative approaches to aging and elderly care may also negatively affect nursing students' attitudes towards the elderly. Therefore, it is important to determine the attitudes of student nurses towards elderly individuals. This study was carried out to find out the attitudes of nursing students taking geriatric nursing course and those not taking the course in two different universities towards old age and aging.

An exploratory study to assess the knowledge and attitude of student nurses towards Covid-19 in college of nursing, Christian medical college and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab

On 31 December 2019, WHO was informed of cases of pneumonia of unknown cause in Wuhan City, China. A novel coronavirus was identified as the cause by Chinese authorities on 7 January 2020 and was temporarily named “2019-nCoV”. The official names COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 were issued by the WHO on 11 February 2020. All caregivers, including all student nurses, actively participated in the strengthening of care teams. The present study was conducted with the purpose to assess the knowledge and attitude of student nurses regarding COVID-19 with objectives: to assess the level of knowledge and attitude of student nurses related to COVID-19, to find out the correlation between knowledge and attitude , to find out the relationship of knowledge and attitude of student nurses regarding COVID-19 with selected variables like age, gender, training course, year of study, residential area, source of information, exposure with COVID-19 patient and Is any family member or neighbor had COVID-19. A Knowledge Assessment Tool and Attitude Assessment Scale on COVID-19 were developed and used. The pilot study was conducted to ensure the reliability of the tool and feasibility of the study. Data was collected from 230 student nurses of College of Nursing, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab, by using non-probability, purposive sampling technique. Maximum number of student nurses 71.30% had good level of knowledge &amp; only 0.87% student nurses have below average level of knowledge and 90.87% student nurses has positive attitude regarding COVID-19. The coefficient of correlation between knowledge &amp; attitude score was 0.119 which shows weak positive correlation. Age, Gender and Training Course had significant impact on knowledge score and only one variable i.e., Is any family member or neighbor had COVID-19, had significant impact on attitude score of student nurses.

Australian First-Year Nursing Student Knowledge and Attitudes on Pressure Injury Prevention: A Three-Year Educational Intervention Survey Study.

Pressure injury prevention is a significant issue as pressure injuries are difficult to heal, painful, and create clinical complications for patients. The aim of this study was to investigate knowledge and attitudes of first-year nursing students to pressure injury prevention, and to explore whether additional educational interventions augmented learning. A previously validated online survey was administered to three cohorts of first-year nursing students in 2016, 2017 (after additional online education), and 2018 (after further simulation education), and a subsequent comparative analysis was undertaken. Overall, the knowledge of students about pressure injury was low with measures to prevent pressure injury or shear achieving the lowest score (<50%). Students aged over 25 years (p < 0.001) and men (p = 0.14) gained higher attitude scores. There were significant differences for mean knowledge scores between the 2016 and 2018 cohorts (p = 0.04), including age group (p = 0.013) and number of clinical training units undertaken (p = 0.23). The 2016 cohort scored consistently lower in the attitude survey than both other cohorts (p < 0.001). Online resources and simulation experiences marginally improved knowledge and improved attitudes towards prevention of pressure injury. Nursing curricula should include targeted education to ensure student nurses are adequately prepared to prevent pressure injury through understanding of aetiology and risk assessment.

Knowledge and attitudes toward COVID-19 vaccination among student nurses from Saudi Arabia

Introduction: Insights into the knowledge and attitudes of students can be achieved by analyzing their general understanding and prevention of the coronavirus. Therefore, it is imperative to identify attributes that influence the development of healthy behaviors among students. This study aimed to determine the dynamics of knowledge and attitudes of student nurses concerning the COVID-19 vaccine. Methods: This descriptive-cross sectional study involved 250 student nurses from the University of Hail, Nursing College, selected by convenience sampling. The data were collected between August and September 2021 using questionnaires. The data were analysed using a t-test, one-way ANOVA, and Pearson’s correlation test with a significance level of 0.05. Results: The study results showed that participants have good knowledge (mean = 3.09; SD = 0.88) and attitudes (mean = 8.62; SD = 1.83). Gender(except for knowledge), marital status, and age were not relevant as explanatory factors of knowledge and attitude. There was a significant difference in both knowledge (F = 2.233; p &lt; 0.005) and attitude (F = 3.918; p &lt; 0.004) associated with the course year. There was no significant relationship between knowledge and attitude (r = -0.013; p-value = 0.834). Conclusions: This information is critical for educators as they design techniques to help students put their knowledge into practice. In this way, educators may help health students develop skills and encourage students to become accountable health professionals who can support current societal healthcare demands.

Exploring nursing students' learning experiences and attitudes toward older persons in a gerontological nursing course using self-regulated online enquiry-based learning during the COVID-19 pandemic: A mixed-methods study

BackgroundDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, universities adopted online teaching as the primary teaching and learning method. Most of the online teaching, however, has been limited to the broadcasting of asynchronous lectures and sharing of teaching materials. ObjectivesTo explore undergraduate nursing students' self-regulated learning experiences, satisfaction, and attitudes toward older persons in a gerontological nursing course using online self-regulated enquiry-based learning (EBL) during the COVID-19 pandemic. DesignA mixed-methods design was adopted. SettingA university in Hong Kong providing pre-registration nursing programmes. Participants155 students studying in the fourth year in a five-year Bachelor of Nursing programme participated in the quantitative study in which 18 joined the focus groups (4 groups with group size of 4–5). MethodsFive video-based scenarios along with two interactive online workshops, a mind-map development exercise, gamified assessments, reading materials, group discussions, and presentations were adopted in a gerontological nursing course offered in 2019–2020 to enhance the students' learning, driven by a process of enquiry. Attitudes toward older people were measured at baseline and one week after the course (post-test). Information on self-regulated learning experiences, satisfaction, and confidence were collected at post-test only. Paired t-tests and descriptive statistics were used to analyse the data. Focus groups were conducted through semi-structured interviews and transcribed verbatim for inductive content analysis. ResultsA significant improvement was demonstrated in the students' attitude toward older people. The students appreciated the opportunities provided by the online EBL to apply key concepts of gerontology in the teaching and learning activities and to enhance their critical thinking skills. Three major themes were revealed from the focus group: Perception of the teaching pedagogy, Improvement of cognitive skills, and Positive and negative aspects of the learning experience. ConclusionsThe online self-regulated EBL improved the students' online learning experience in a gerontological nursing course during the pandemic and improved their attitudes toward older people.

Student Nurses Attitudes Towards Using Social Media to Raise the Awareness of their Community about the COVID-19 Pandemic in Jordan

Aims: The current study investigates the student nurses' attitudes and opinions towards their health promotion role during the COVID-19 pandemic using social media. Background: Social media and networking have become the most secure modes of communication among health care providers and their clients during the COVID-19 pandemic all over the world. However, it is the primary means of disseminating health information about disease prevention and control. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 296 student nurses aged 19-49 enrolled at twelve Jordanian universities (6 public and six private) in Jordan. The research team developed the self-administered questionnaire to explore the student nurses' attitudes towards their health promotion role during the COVID-19 pandemic using social media and the Internet. Results: Findings revealed that the student nurses had positive attitudes towards their health promotion role during the COVID-19 pandemic. The majority of student nurses are using social media to raise the awareness of their community about COVID-19 prevention. Conclusion: The current research findings provide baseline data on the student nurses' attitudes about the proper utilization of social media to enhance their community health about COVID-19. Given the student nurses' positive attitudes about their role in COVID-19 health promotion, we strongly recommend that they be provided with the necessary knowledge and skills to demonstrate effective health education.

Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Undergraduate Nursing Towards Novel Corona Virus (COVID 19)

The recent emerging respiratory disease caused by the novel type of Coronavirus has been named as COVID-19. This respiratory illness has received international attention and it is categorized as a high-threat disease in the US by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of undergraduate nursing students towards COVID-19. Descriptive cross-sectional design was used to assess knowledge, practice and attitudes of 255 undergraduate nursing students towards COVID-19. Study participants were recruited from the nursing college to Fakeeh College for Medical Sciences, between April and July, 2020. The results of study participants showed that undergraduate nursing students had moderate knowledge of COVID-19. Also, participants had high level of knowledge regarding nature of diseases and precautionary measures by health care providers' dimensions however, they expressed limited knowledge towards modes of transmission. Moreover, study participants demonstrated an optimistic attitude toward disease and good practice towards COVID-19. The study results revealed that the study's participants demonstrated good knowledge with favorable and accepted practice. This study suggests the importance of emphasis on infectious disease in the nursing curriculum.

Attitudes of undergraduate nursing students towards violence against women and their occupational roles in addressing violence

Aim: This study was performed in order to determine the attitudes of nursing students towards violence against women (VAW) and their occupational roles in addressing violence. Method: This descriptive study was conducted on nursing students (n=108) at a State University in Ankara, Turkey. 1) Personal information form, 2) The attitudes towards VAW, and 3) The attitudes towards occupational role VAW scale were used for data collection. In data evaluation, frequencies, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test for independent samples and one-way analysis of variance tests were used. Results: The mean age of the students was 20.13±1.17 (min: 18, max: 26). It was determined that the mean of the VAW attitudes of the students of nursing is 74.15±12.01. The attitudes of the students were found far from the modern view. Female students were closer to the conservative view (p&lt;0.05). The mean of attitude of the students related to the occupational role is 70.24±9.30. The students were did not have a tendency for supportive occupation roles towards VAW. Students’ age, parents’ education and profession, income level, and residence were not found to influence the attitude towards VAW and their occupational roles in addressing violence (p&gt; 0.05). Conclusion: As a result of this study, non-contemporary attitudes and disapprove occupational roles towards VAW are still a major problem among nursing students. The nursing students should be educated in terms of awareness and knowledge towards VAW.

Improving Nursing Student Attitudes Toward Older Adults Through the Use of Mask-Ed™ Simulation.

Older adults are significant consumers of health care, yet studies find many health care students do not want to work with this population. This negative attitude can impact health outcomes. Increased exposure to older adults is linked to increased positive attitudes toward older adult care. Addressing the need for increased opportunities to interact with older adults will likely enhance these attitudes and thus improve health outcomes. In the current study, four varied Mask-Ed™ simulation activities were used in a course with a specific focus on nursing care of older adults. The Mask-Ed™ character, an older adult woman, works with students and provides opportunities for positive interactions/experiences. Students responded positively to simulation activities. Students described the experiences as helpful in increasing their confidence and comfort level with older adults. This unique experience fostered positive attitudes toward older adults among nursing students by giving them the opportunity to practice engaging with this population. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 47(12), 43-47.].

Integrated Education Reduces Negative Attitudes Toward Persons with Substance Use Disorders: A Pilot Study

Educational practices to reduce negative attitudes toward persons with substance use disorders (SUD) are urgently needed for undergraduate nursing students, but few studies have examined their long term effectiveness. In this pilot, consenting students completed the Drug and Drug Problems Perception Questionnaire (DDPPQ) anonymously online, before and 1 year after integrated curricular content about SUD. Pretest scores were significantly higher than posttest, indicating higher negative attitudes toward persons with SUD before the integrated content. Time main effect was statistically significant. To our knowledge, this is the first report examining long-term effects of an educational intervention with reinforcement in multiple courses over time upon the attitudes of undergraduate nursing students toward persons with SUD.