Exploring the challenges and needs of nursing students in relation to OSCE exam stress: A qualitative study.
<h4>Background</h4>The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a critical assessment method in nursing education but is often associated with significant stress, negatively impacting students' psychological well-being and academic performance. Understanding the sources o...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2025-01-01
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| Series: | PLoS ONE |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0327898 |
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| Summary: | <h4>Background</h4>The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a critical assessment method in nursing education but is often associated with significant stress, negatively impacting students' psychological well-being and academic performance. Understanding the sources of OSCE-related stress and effective coping strategies is crucial for improving nursing education. The aim of this study is to explore the challenges and needs of nursing students regarding OSCE stress.<h4>Methods</h4>Using content analysis, 18 participants (12 nursing students and 6 faculty members) from a nursing school in Shiraz, Iran, were interviewed through in-depth, semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed using Graneheim and Lundman's content analysis approach, ensuring rigor through Guba and Lincoln's trustworthiness criteria.<h4>Results</h4>The analysis identified three main themes: 'implementing OSCE stress management strategies,' 'enhancing OSCE education and assessment processes,' and 'preparing students for OSCE.' These themes reflect the key challenges and effective factors influencing OSCE-related stress among nursing students.<h4>Conclusion</h4>There is a need for comprehensive interventions, including effective stress management strategies, improvements in OSCE training and evaluation methods, and structured preparation programs. Addressing these factors can alleviate OSCE-related stress and enhance student performance. Nursing educators and policymakers should integrate these insights to optimize OSCE implementation, ultimately fostering better psychological resilience and academic success among nursing students. |
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| ISSN: | 1932-6203 |