Coping Mechanisms Utilised for Stressors among Nursing Students on Clinical Posting at University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Rivers State
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 8
Abstract
Introduction: This is a study on coping mechanisms ui1lized for stressors among nursing students on clinical posting at university of Port Harcourt teaching hospital, rivers state. Study aimed determine coping mechanism for the perceived stressors among the students during clinical posting in University of Port Harcourt Teaching Material and methods: This was a descriptive study, stratified random sampling technique was used to select 140 respondents from the total target population of 215 students. The instrument for data collection was a self structured questionnaire. The validity of the instrument was ascertained, reliability was determined using the split-half formular, values obtained were analysed using the Pearson product moment correlation coefficient and a value of 0.8 was obtained. Data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Results: The findings revealed that; the majority of the respondents 110 (78.57%) indicated that taking clinical exams, 101 (72.14%,) harsh corrections by matrons in the presence of patients, 95 (67.86%) unfamiliarity with medical terms and 95 (67.86%) indicated concern for harming patient due to lack of professional knowledge and skills are among the perceived stressors. Results of findings on coping mechanisms and their effectiveness showed that majority 100 (71.43%) of nursing students used staying optimistic; 98 (70%) praying, and 94 (67.14%) leisure time/diversional activities to cope as the most effective coping mechanism. Hypothesis testing showed that there is no significant relationship between the course 1evel and coping mechanisms utilized by nursing students during clinical posting. (Since X2 cal.= 1.06, is lesser than X2 Tab = 7.82).Based on findings, implication of the study to nursing profession was discussed and recommendations were made. Conclusion: Clinical sources of stress among the students, various coping mechanism and their level of effectiveness were identified.
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Frank Maureen D, Robinson-Bassey Grace C, Makachi Monica C, Odum Beatrice
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