Death and Dying Attitude Through the Eyes of Nursing Students during Clinical Training: A Cross-Sectional Study in the United Arab Emirates.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nursing students often encounter emotional challenges when facing death during their clinical training, which can negatively impact their academic performance and mental well-being. As they provide crucial support to patients and their families, this responsibility can induce significant stress.

Objective

This study aims to examine nursing students' attitudes toward death and dying and to identify the demographic and educational factors influencing their preparedness for end-of-life care in the United Arab Emirates context.

Methods

In March 2025, a cross-sectional study was conducted using a convenience sample of 122 nursing students (senior and junior) enrolled in clinical placements at a university in the United Arab Emirates. Data collection utilized the

SUBMITTER: Elzeiny A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12670679 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature