A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON NURSING EDUCATION AMONG NURSING STUDENTS IN SELECTED NURSING COLLEGES, JAIPUR

Author Name: 1. Mr. Mukul Pathak, 2. Dr. Jogendra Sharma, 3. Mr. Atul Pareek

Volume/Issue: 04/11

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/04.2024-61426647/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. M.Sc. Nursing, Govt College of Nursing, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
2. Principal, Govt. College of Nursing, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
3. Faculty, Govt. College of Nursing, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

ABSTRACT

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted nursing education worldwide. This study aimed to assess its impact among undergraduate nursing students in Jaipur, India. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 80 BSc Nursing IV year students admitted in 2019-20 across selected nursing colleges in Jaipur. Data on the impact of COVID-19 on nursing education were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Most students (60%) reported a moderate impact of COVID-19 on their education, while 27.5% and 12.5% indicated low and high impacts, respectively. The mean impact score was 9.43 out of 20. Internet access showed a significant association with the level of impact. Conclusion: COVID-19 has considerably affected nursing education, especially for students lacking robust internet connectivity. Strategies to enhance flexible learning are vital during public health emergencies requiring remote education.

Key words: Assess, COVID-19, Impact, Nursing education, Nursing student, Nursing college, Impact, Online learning.