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Stressors and coping in the school setting
Summary
This preliminary study explored stressors and coping mechanisms of school nurses. Findings offer insights into the challenges faced by these essential healthcare professionals in elementary schools.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Occupational Health
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- School nurses play a critical role in student health and well-being.
- Understanding their stressors is vital for supporting this profession.
- Previous research on school nurse stressors is limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a preliminary descriptive investigation of perceived stressors.
- To identify coping strategies used by school nurses.
- To explore demographic, educational, and experiential variables.
Main Methods:
- Development of two novel survey tools.
- Descriptive investigation utilizing survey methodology.
- Recruitment of 46 female school nurses from Los Angeles elementary schools.
Main Results:
- Exploration of demographic, educational, experiential, and professional membership variables.
- Analysis of perceived stressors and coping strategies.
- Preliminary data on the factors influencing school nurse well-being.
Conclusions:
- This study provides foundational data on school nurse stressors and coping.
- Highlights the need for further research into supporting school nurses.
- Informs potential interventions to improve the work environment for school nurses.