Psychological adjustment and growth of graduate nursing students under the dual stress of research and practicum: a qualitative study - Scorecard - MDSpire

Psychological adjustment and growth of graduate nursing students under the dual stress of research and practicum: a qualitative study

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  • Ruoxuan An

  • Jing Cheng

  • Xuefen Lan

  • Xiaotong Han

  • Wancheng Liao

  • Liandan Lin

  • Minhua Chen

  • Yanni Zhang

  • May 29, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Mental Adaptation and Development of Graduate Nursing Students Facing Combined Challenges of Research and Clinical Practice: A Qualitative Investigation

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionDual stress in graduate nursing students
Key MechanismsPsychological experiences influenced by clinical practice and academic research
Target PopulationGraduate nursing students in China
Care SettingUniversities and hospitals

Key Highlights

  • Identified themes include negative experiences, coping mechanisms, positive effects, and inner needs.
  • Participants reported adverse psychological experiences due to dual pressures.
  • Coping strategies were employed to manage stress during internships and research.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Monitor emotional states of nursing students under dual stress.

Management

  • Provide support in all areas to enhance coping skills.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regularly assess the psychological well-being of nursing students.

Risks

  • Failure to adapt may lead to negative psychological outcomes and reduced professional identity.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Postgraduate nursing students experiencing dual stress.

Understanding psychological experiences can inform interventions.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Enhance awareness of the dual stress period among educators and administrators.
  • Develop targeted intervention programs for mental health support.

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