The state-trait anxiety level in nursing students

Abstract

During the training of nursing students, anxiety has emerged as a significant concern, impeding their academic progress and leading to a substantial increase in anxiety levels. The clinical field, where students undertake their practical experiences, introduces negative stressors that further exacerbate anxiety. This research adopts a quantitative approach, utilizing a non-experimental, descriptive, and cross-sectional design. The study encompasses a population of 150 nursing students from diverse universities across various regions in Peru. The study's focus lies on examining anxiety levels among nursing students in different universities and regions of Peru. Among the 150 participants, the results reveal that 40.7% experienced low state anxiety, while 59.3% displayed a moderate level of state anxiety. Similarly, in terms of trait anxiety, 58.7% of the students exhibited low levels, 34.0% displayed a moderate degree, and 7.3% presented high trait anxiety. In light of these findings, it is evident that effective curricular planning strategies should be developed to address anxiety-related challenges faced by nursing students. Additionally, implementing counseling services and tailored programs that equip students with coping mechanisms for both academic and clinical stressors are deemed crucial. These initiatives are expected to positively influence students' overall well-being and academic performance in the nursing field.