Date of Award
2015
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Committee Chair
Janet Arthurs
Abstract
This study assessed perceived stress among graduating nursing students and explored the relationship between perceived stress and scores on a comprehensive NCLEX-RN® predictor exam. The goal was to provide data for educators to examine the correlation between student stress levels and comprehensive NCLEX-RN® predictor exam scores. Findings indicated that nursing students had higher than average stress levels based on established averages reported for the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) three weeks prior to graduation. No relationship was found in regards to stress and ATI Comprehensive Predictor Scores administered two days after students completed the PSS questionnaire. Implications for nurse educators based on this finding suggested the importance of reassuring students about their potential to test effectively in spite of perceived stress.
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Citation Information
Hudgins, Brittany, "Final Semester Associate Degree Nursing Student Stress and Comprehensive NCLEX-RN® Predictor Exam Results" (2015). Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects. 212.
https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/nursing_etd/212