Advisor

Henry, Melissa L.

Committee Member

Merrill, Alison S.

Committee Member

Candela, Lori

Department

Nursing Education

Institution

University of Northern Colorado

Type of Resources

Text

Place of Publication

Greeley (Colo.)

Publisher

University of Northern Colorado

Date Created

8-1-2015

Genre

Thesis

Extent

185 pages

Digital Origin

Born digital

Description

This study explored the amount and sources of nursing student anxiety associated with simulation learning activities and the effect of learning style preferences on perceived anxiety. The Westside Simulation Anxiety Survey, Felder-Soloman Index of Learning Styles and Elements of Simulation Tool were used to describe the levels and causes of anxiety for the study population. Findings of this study reveal that simulation produces a high normal level of anxiety for learners, the level of anxiety did not change from first and final semesters in the nursing program, learning style affected the amount of anxiety experienced, and certain factors of simulation cause increased anxiety for certain learning style preferences. Extremely high levels of anxiety were associated with being assigned the primary nurse role. Recommendations presented to address anxiety during simulation include student preparation techniques, the need for clear role expectations, and opportunities for self-reflection on performance. Faculty behaviors to impact anxiety levels include training, giving meaningful feedback, and building on the strengths of diverse learning preferences.

Degree type

PhD

Degree Name

Doctoral

Language

English

Local Identifiers

Yockey_unco_0161D_10441

Rights Statement

Copyright is held by author.

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