Predicting Clinical Dishonesty Among Nursing Students
Author Information
Author(s): Apatić Renata, Žvanut Boštjan, Brkić-Jovanović Nina, Kadović Marija, Đido Vedran, Lovrić Robert
Primary Institution: Nursing Institute “Professor Radivoje Radić”, Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health Osijek, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek
Hypothesis
This study aimed to identify personal and contextual factors predicting nursing students’ dishonesty during clinical training.
Conclusion
The study found that interpersonal factors, particularly the quality of mentor support, have a greater influence on students’ clinical dishonesty than intrapersonal factors.
Supporting Evidence
- 48.9% of participants reported engaging in clinical dishonesty.
- Quality of mentor support was identified as a critical predictor of clinical dishonesty.
- Students with low fear of consequences were more likely to engage in dishonest behavior.
- Knowledge of university regulations was linked to lower rates of clinical dishonesty.
- Positive attitudes toward dishonesty correlated with higher incidences of clinical dishonesty.
Takeaway
Almost half of the nursing students admitted to being dishonest during their clinical training, and having a good mentor can help prevent this.
Methodology
A two-phase, prospective, predictive study was conducted using validated questionnaires to assess mentor support quality and self-reported dishonesty.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may not accurately reflect actual behaviors due to social desirability bias.
Limitations
The study was conducted at a single university, and behaviors were self-reported, which may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
398 nursing students, 318 (79.9%) female and 80 (20.1%) male, median age 23.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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