Attitudes Of Nursing Students Research Articles

Evaluation of final-year nursing students' attitudes towards preventing medical device‐related pressure ulcers using a ABC model of affect, behavior and cognitive dimensions

IntroductionHalf of the hospital-acquired pressure ulcers are associated with the use of medical devices. Nursing students provide care services to patients in clinical settings and intensive care units who have or are at risk for medical device-related pressure ulcers (MDRPUs). In the prevention and care of MDRPUs, the attitudes of nursing students towards preventing of pressure ulcers are as crucial as their knowledge level and clinical skills. AimThe aim of this descriptive study is to assess the attitudes of final-year nursing undergraduate students towards preventing MDRPUs across cognitive, affective, and behavioral dimensions of ABC model. Materials and methodsData of the study was handed between April 1 and December 31, 2021, with 147 final-year nursing students. Data were collected using the Student Information Form and the Attitude Towards Preventing Medical Device-Related Pressure Ulcers Questionnaire (ATP-MDRPUsQ). ResultsThe mean attitude score towards preventing MDRPUs was 3.98 ± 0.45 on a 5-point Likert scale. The mean scores for the cognitive, affective, and behavioral sub-dimensions were 3.88 ± 0.57, 4.15 ± 0.51, and 4.00 ± 0.672, respectively. A moderate positive relationship was found between the cognitive sub-dimension and both the affective and behavioral sub-dimensions (r = 0.451; r = 0.302; p < 0.01, respectively). Based on cluster analysis, the mean attitude scores of students towards MDRPU prevention were grouped into two clusters. The students in Cluster-2 and female students had higher mean attitude scores (p < 0.01). The item with the lowest mean score in the questionnaire pertained to the item, "I believe that I need training on the etiology and prevention of medical device-related pressure ulcers." ConclusionThe general attitudes of final-year nursing students towards prevention MDRPU were satisfactory. However, their cognitive attitudes were less positive compared to their affective and behavioral attitudes. It is recommended to incorporate theoretical and practical courses focusing on the prevention of these injuries into nursing curricula to enhance students' knowledge and attitudes.

Effect of digital storytelling-case studies patient privacy: A randomized controlled study.

It is essential to develop future nurses' privacy consciousness and attitudes toward patient privacy to recognise threats to patient privacy and take the necessary precautions. To determine the effect of digital storytelling and case studies teaching methods on nursing students' privacy consciousness and attitudes toward patient privacy. Pretest-posttest, factorial group randomised controlled study. Eligible 113 nursing students were randomised to the intervention I (n = 38), intervention II (n = 38), and control group (n = 37) by stratified block randomisation method. The education program consisted of two theoretical sessions and three practical sessions. Data were collected using questionnaires pre-, post-, 4 weeks, and 16 weeks after the intervention between November 2020 and May 2021 in Türkiye. Written approval was obtained from the university's Ethics Board. Informed written and verbal consent were obtained from the participants. The results showed a significant time effect on nursing students' privacy consciousness and attitudes toward patient privacy (p < .05), no significant difference between the groups (p > .05), and a significant, positive, and strong relationship between the privacy consciousness and the attitudes toward patient privacy. Students stated that digital storytelling was beneficial in focusing on the subject, memorability, interest, curiosity, and attention. Besides the ethics course, the privacy education program with digital storytelling and case studies develops nursing students' privacy consciousness and attitudes toward patient privacy. It is recommended to integrate privacy education into ethics courses and popularise digital storytelling and ethical case studies in ethics education.

Using Assisted Living Communities to Enhance Nursing Student Attitudes Toward Older Adults.

The older adult population continues to increase, resulting in greater use of health care resources. Nurses will be at the forefront of providing competent care to this population, but many nurses do not wish to work with the aged population after graduation. The current study sought to explore whether the addition of a clinical shift at an assisted living community promoted positive attitudes by nursing students toward older adults and exposed them to healthy aging. Students (N = 70) in a required undergraduate course at a large university in the West received clinical experience at local assisted living communities in which they independently interviewed a resident and provided an educational session to residents. Students, communities, and clinical instructors had a positive experience in this clinical, finding it rewarding and meaningful and a mechanism for observing healthy aging. The incorporation of a clinical experience at an assisted living facility into a stand-alone gerontology course created a positive shift in nursing student attitudes toward older adults, dispelled myths and stereotypes, and was reported to be a meaningful experience. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 50(2), 11-15.].

Attitudes of Future Nurses and Midwives On Organ Donation and Transplantation and Affecting Factors: A Cross-Sectional Study.

The objective of this study was to assess the attitudes of undergraduate nursing and midwifery students toward organ donation and identify the factors that influence these attitudes. The study was conducted at Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Bucak School of Health, in Turkey. A total of 700 students participated in the study, representing 88.49% of the population. Online forms were used for data collection, and the Organ Donation Attitude Scale was used as a data collection tool. Our results showed that 47.9% of the students had not expressed a desire to donate their organs, and only 0.1% reported having donated organs. Additionally, 41.4% of the participants did not share their thoughts on organ donation with their families. Our study also found that 87.4% of the participants had not participated in any training program on organ donation. Logistic regression analysis revealed that factors such as students' sex, progress toward completion of curriculum (ie, class year), presence of a family member with organ transplant experience, organ donation status, and knowledge of organ donation influenced the participants' attitudes toward organ donation. This study highlights the need for health care professionals, including nursing students, to be educated and prepared to promote and support organ donation. By understanding the factors that influence attitudes, interventions and educational programs can be developed to improve organ donation rates and address misconceptions or concerns among nursing students.

Male Nursing Students’ Attitudes on Testicular Examination: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background This study aimed to determine knowledge and attitudes of self-identified male nursing students who are in a risky age group regarding testicular cancer and testicular self-examination. Method In this cross-sectional survey, the data was collected on 208 Turkish students between the ages of 18–22 years. The data was collected by using the Champion’s Health Belief Model Scale for Testicular Cancer Screenings and the Personal Information Form. Results The mean age of the participants in this survey conducted in the 2018–2019 academic Spring semester was 21.46 ± 2.031. The mean scores for the subscales were as follows: for perceived susceptibility 11.49 ± 4.70 (min = 5, max = 25), for seriousness 21.04 ± 6.11 (min = 7, max = 35), for self-examination benefits 10.88 ± 3.05 (min = 3, max = 15), for self-examination barriers 11.49 ± 3.75 (min = 5, max = 25) and for self-efficacy subscale 18.12 ± 5.52 (min = 6, max = 30). Also it was determined that 68.6% of the students do not know how to perform self-examination. Students’ sensitivity to testicular cancer and related screenings increased with their level of knowledge. Conclusion The results will explain how students’ health beliefs were affected by their individual knowledge level. Nursing students should be exposed to information on testicular self-examination. Therefore, some suggestions are presented according to the health belief model to increase awareness of individuals, especially in the risky group, and improve people’s health behaviors.

Factors influencing nursing students' knowledge, attitudes, and infection management behavior for emerging respiratory infectious diseases: A cross-sectional study.

Understanding the factors influencing infection management behavior related to Emerging Respiratory Infectious Diseases (ERIDs) among nursing students is important because nursing students play a vital role in preventing the spread of ERIDs. This study aimed to determine factors influencing infection management behavior related to ERIDs among nursing students in Korea. In this cross-sectional survey study, data were collected from May 3 to June 30, 2022, using a questionnaire. Data collected from 481 nursing students were analyzed using descriptive statistics, an independent t-test, a one-way analysis of variance, Pearson correlation coefficients, and hierarchical multiple regression using the SPSS program. The key factors influencing respondents' ERID-related infection management behavior were attitude (β = 0.554, p<0.001) and knowledge (β = 0.282, p<0.001). The explanatory power of this model was 40.2%, and the regression model was found to be statistically significant (F = 27.935, p<0.001). To improve nursing students' ERID-related infection management behavior, their knowledge of and attitudes toward ERIDs should be enhanced by repeatedly providing them with accurate professional information about ERIDs. Therefore, intensive efforts should be taken to develop a systematic educational program that can help nursing students better perform infection management.

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ABSTRACT&#x0D; Introduction and Aim: Today, there is an increasing trend towards the use of Traditional and Complementary Medicine practices worldwide. Nurses are increasingly likely to encounter individuals who use these practices. The aim of this study is to examine the knowledge and attitudes of postgraduate nursing students on traditional and complementary medicine practices.&#x0D; Material and Method: This descriptive study was conducted with 122 postgraduate nursing students in a university in Ankara. Data were collected electronically using the Socio-Demographic Information Form and Structured Questionnaire and the Attitude towards Holistic Complementary and Alternative Medicine Scale.&#x0D; Results and Conclusion: In this study 98.4% of the postgraduate nursing students were women, the majority of them were masters students (61.5%), and their mean age was 30.11±6.3 years. It was determined that 95.1% of them believed that Traditional and Complementary Medicine practices were useful, and almost half (42.6%) used them either for themselves or for a relative. While 67.2% of the student thought that they were not competence to provide information about these practices, 91.8% of them wanted to take a course. It was also determined that the students had a positive attitude towards the practices of traditional and complementary medicine. In this study, it was determined that postgraduate nursing students had a positive attitude despite their lack of knowledge and practice about traditional and complementary practices. Although postgraduate nursing students are interested in Traditional and Complementary Medicine practices, it is recommended to plan courses for postgraduate education programs due to the lack of knowledge.&#x0D; Keywords: Postgraduate nursing education; therapy, complementary; knowledge; attitude

Korean Version of the Nursing Student Attitudes and Knowledge toward Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Patients Scale.

This study aimed to analyze the reliability and validity of a Korean version of the Nursing Student Attitudes and Knowledge Toward Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Patients (K-NAKL) Scale, which measures health and heterosexual attitudes toward LGBT individuals. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals often face discrimination and a lack of care experience on the part of healthcare professionals. In South Korea, the current knowledge and attitude measurement tools for medical staff regarding LGBT individuals are limited, as they only focus on homosexuality and do not account for different sexual orientations. The participants were 217 nursing college students aged 18-25. The item-total correlations method and Cronbach's alpha coefficient were used to analyze internal consistency reliability. Face validity, content validity, construct validity, and criterion validity testing were conducted to establish scale validity. We made sure to follow STROBE guidelines when carrying out this research. The K-NAKL is a culturally appropriate instrument used to measure the attitudes and knowledge of Korean nursing students when it comes to LGBT health. As LGBT health is increasingly gaining social interest, the nursing education curriculum needs to produce culturally competent graduates to meet the health needs of this vulnerable and marginalized population. The current study contributes to that goal. The K-NAKL is a valid and reliable tool with which to measure attitudes and knowledge regarding LGBT health among Korean nursing students. The K-NAKL can enable Korean nursing students to increase their knowledge and improve their attitudes when caring for the LGBT population. The study highlights the importance of incorporating LGBT-related health education into nursing curricula and developing inclusive policies to improve the quality of care and health outcomes for LGBT individuals.

Social justice attitudes of undergraduate nursing students: The impact of praxis.

Social justice is a foundational concept in nursing, yet studies on how best to impact change in nursing students' attitudes toward social justice are few. The intent of this work was to quantify the impact on attitudes of undergraduate nursing students toward social justice, after extended interactions with adults living in poverty. Undergraduate nursing students from three programs, university medical center, private university, and community college were given a validated survey of social justice attitudes before and after a clinical rotation with low-income adults in an inner-city neighborhood. All students did home social visits through the same social service agency. Students from the medical center were also involved with active care coordination for assigned clients. Each group showed significant increases in social justice attitudes following their experience. Students doing care coordination did not have significantly greater changes in overall scores but did show significant improvement in subtests others did not. Clinical opportunities placing nursing students in direct interaction with marginalized populations are recommended to increase social justice awareness.

Attitude of Postgraduate Medical and Nursing Students towards Inter-professional Learning

Background: Globalisation, newly discovered diseases, and technological improvements have been noted to have significantly altered the healthcare system in recent years, which is continuously affecting healthcare outcomes. These adjustments necessitate standard care from medical specialists, who must be highly motivated to collaborate as a team. Aim: To assess and compare the attitudes of postgraduate medical and nursing students towards inter-professional learning. Study design: Comparative cross-sectional study. Methodology: Purposive sampling approach and a comparative cross-sectional study design were used to study postgraduate medical and nursing students from the University of Health Sciences and the University of Lahore. One hundred twenty (120) of the three hundred and twelve (312) postgraduate medical and nursing students who were contacted for data collection completed the survey. The 19 items of the RIPL, or Readiness to Inter-professional Learning Scale, were used to collect the data. In order to analyze the data, SPSS 23 was used. Results: Ages of study participants ranged from 21 to 52, with a mean of 32.4 +/- 6.4. 62 (51.7%) and 58(48.3%) of the 120 people were from the University of Health Sciences, Lahore, respectively. The mean readiness score on the Inter-professional Learning Scale, with a range of 42 to 86, was 72.4 6.97 overall. In the categories of duty and responsibility and teamwork and collaboration, there was no appreciable difference between postgraduate medical and nursing students' mean attitudes scores. Practical Implication: IPL as a pedagogical tool because it gives the concepts of collaborative practice, as represented by the IPL idea, a framework. Students must always be prepared to participate in inter-professional learning if IPL is to be successfully promoted, as doing so will expand their knowledge, skills, and understanding of responsibilities of healthcare professionals. Conclusion: It was concluded that early adoption of inter-professional learning programmes at the beginning of professional training and the provision of a suitable learning environment for healthcare learners will promote collaboration and cooperation in clinical settings, which may also improve patient and family satisfaction. Keywords: Inter-professional Learning, Post-graduate Nurses, Knowledge and Attitude.

Assess the Attitude of Post Rn 2nd Year and 4th Year Bsn Students Towards Research Study in Two Private Nursing Colleges of Lahore

Purpose: The main objective of this study was to assess the attitudes of student nurses towards research study. The study will help the students to have positive look towards research which will help them to develop a positive attitude towards research in order to maintain evidence-based practice in Nursing.&#x0D; Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study design was selected and 153 students have been selected by non-probability convenient sampling technique out of the 250 students. Sample size was calculated by using the Sloven’s Formula. The questionnaire was consisted of 27 items and developed on five-point Likert scale. The key questionnaire is given below Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Uncertain, Agree, and Strongly Agree. The data was analyzed on SPSS software version 20.0 and by using frequency distribution table showing the responses of the respondents and analyzed in percentage. The collected data was also presented in pie charts and bar charts.&#x0D; Results: The results were calculated after collecting data. The overall cumulative mean score was 69.29% resulting in an overall individual mean of 3.4% indicating a degree of positive attitudes toward research. In conclusion it was found that BScN and Post RN nursing students have good awareness about the Knowledge of nursing research and have positive attitude toward research.&#x0D; Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study recommended as: I. Improve the professional behavior of nursing students through the conduct of training programs and make them aware of nursing research. II. Nursing students must be encouraged to begin their career by understanding the importance of nursing research in patient care. III. The organization and authorities must do some strategies to indulge nurses in implementing evidence-based nursing practices. IV. Education should be provided to the students of schools and college about the research and its utilization.

Institutional awareness campaign: COVID-19 vaccination drive among nursing students

ObjectivesPossessing accurate knowledge and utilization of reliable information sources may play a vital role in adoption of positive health behaviours, including acceptance of vaccine. The present study was conducted with an objective to assess the awareness and attitude of undergraduate nursing students regarding COVID-19 vaccine. MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted in Mid May 2021 using Google Forms through Google platform on-line. A total of 354 nursing students participated in the survey. A validated and pre-tested structured knowledge and Attitude, questionnaire was used to collect data from undergraduate nursing students regarding COVID-19 vaccine. Chi-square test, followed by binary logistic, was applied to determine factors associated with knowledge scores. ResultsThe mean knowledge score was 11.31 (SD ± 2.31, range: 2–15), with a correct response rate of 75.4%. However, the mean attitude score was 40.56 (SD ± 5.10, range: 28–55) with an unfavourable response towards COVID-19 vaccination (54.8%). The knowledge level was found to be significantly associated with student's professional qualifications and Vaccination status (P < 0.05). In binary logistic regression analyses, the knowledge score found to be significantly associated with participant's professional qualification i.e., B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 2 nd Year (AOR: 2.45, CI: 1.43–4.19, P < 0.001) and B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 3rd Year (AOR: 2.69, CI: 1.50–4.83, P < 0.001) and students who has received COVID-19 vaccination (AOR:3.08 CI: 1.81–5.25, P < 0.000). ConclusionThe current study findings represent adequate knowledge among undergraduate nursing students which is a very good sign. However, efforts must be taken to develop positive attitude towards COVID-19 Vaccination.

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.