The mental health impact of COVID-19 on pre-registration nursing students in Australia: Findings from a national cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

The study aimed to measure and describe the mental health impact of COVID-19 on Australian pre-registration nursing students.

Background

The COVID -19 pandemic has had a swift and significant impact on nursing students across the globe. The pandemic was the catalyst for the closure of schools and universities across many countries. This necessary measure caused additional stressors for many students, including nursing students, leading to uncertainty and anxiety. There is limited evidence available to identify the mental health impact of COVID-19 on Australian pre-registration nursing students currently.

Design

A cross-sectional study was conducted across 12 Australian universities.

Methods

Using an anonymous, online survey students provided demographic dat

SUBMITTER: Usher Am K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9877832 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature