Cross-sectional study shows high satisfaction and self-confidence after short-term clinical courses in nursing students, indicating the need for structured educational interventions.
Key Points
Students reported high satisfaction scores averaging 4.29 and self-confidence scores of 4.31 after short-term courses.
A significant positive correlation was found between satisfaction and self-confidence, with an r value of 0.79, p < 0.001.
The study involved 117 undergraduate nursing students at Taibah University, showing effective outcomes from short-term preparatory courses.
Integrating structured programs into nursing curricula may enhance clinical transitions for nursing students in Saudi Arabia.