Role of Debriefing on Traumatic Clinical Experience and Anxiety among Student Nurses: A Mixed Method Study

Key Points

• This study aims to examine the impact of debriefing on anxiety levels experienced by student nurses after traumatic clinical encounters.
• Mixed method design integrating qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Participants included student nurses who experienced traumatic clinical situations.
• Data collection involved surveys and interviews to assess anxiety levels and perceptions of debriefing.
• Significant reduction in anxiety levels was observed post-debriefing sessions.
• Qualitative feedback indicated enhanced coping skills and emotional processing among participants.
• Most student nurses reported debriefing as a valuable support mechanism after traumatic experiences.