Qualitative analysis uncovers the challenges and emotional impacts on nursing students in high-stakes environments, suggesting improvements for clinical education.
Key Points
Nursing students reported mixed emotions, facing significant challenges during clinical placements in maternity wards.
The study identifies four key themes, including transformative learning and emotional satisfaction, impacting students' outcomes.
Using interpretive phenomenological analysis, data were gathered from interviews with 14 nursing students in Kazakhstan over two months.
Addressing these challenges supports enhancing clinical education, emphasizing emotional and professional development for nursing students.