Abstract

The Relationship Between Coping Self-Efficacy and Levels of Perceived Stress in Undergraduate Nursing Students

Research Problem:

Gaps in the literature exist surrounding the relationship between level of coping self-efficacy and perceived stress in undergraduate nursing students. It is known that nursing students face high levels of stress experience throughout the curriculum, but details are lacking on the nature of the relationship between coping self-efficacy and level of stress. The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between undergraduate nursing students’ perceived level of stress and level of coping self-efficacy. 

Significance:

In providing information about the relationship between levels of stress and coping self-efficacy in nursing, this study will serve as a foundation for future studies investigating specific interventions to address level of stress in undergraduate nursing students.

Methodology:

A correlational study will be conducted to evaluate the nature of the relationship between variables. The Coping Self-Efficacy Scale (CSES) will measure the independent variable (level of coping self-efficacy) and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) will measure the dependent variable (perceived level of stress). 

Results:

It is expected that the results will show a moderate negative correlation between the two variables. These results will hopefully advance the science of nursing through a greater understanding of nursing students’ experiences.