Assessment Of Stress Among Nursing Students: A Cross-Sectional Study
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Stress is a prevalent issue among nursing students, arising from the demands of academic and clinical responsibilities. This cross-sectional study, using a quantitative research approach, aimed to assess the levels of stress among nursing students at a nursing college. A total of 120 students were selected through convenient sampling. Data were collected using a standardized stress assessment tool. The findings revealed that 50% of the students experienced normal stress levels, while 9.2% reported mild stress, 19.7% moderate stress, 14.5% severe stress, and 6.6% extremely severe stress. These results highlight the need for effective stress management interventions to improve the mental health and well-being of nursing students.
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