Nature-Based Feasibility Intervention to Influence Mitigation Strategies for Perceived Stress

UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Amber Vermeesch, Associate Professor of Nursing (Creator)
Institution
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
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Abstract: Burnout, compassion fatigue, and perceived stress among undergraduate nursing students aresignificant factors leading to a poorer quality of life, decreased job satisfaction, and adverselyimpact patient outcomes. Burnout among undergraduate nursing students is a critical individualand workforce issue with contributing factors including a relentless schedule, academicallychallenging and rigorous programs, pressure to perform, and the completion of clinical hourscaring for patients. This paper describes our feasibility study of a nature-based intervention (NBI)to reduce perceived stress and quality of life as it relates to burnout, and compassion fatigue.Quantitative data was collected through demographics, surveys, and electronic sensor data. Theproject’s aim was to determine the feasibility of NBI monitored by NatureDoseTM to decreaseperceived stress burnout and compassion fatigue among undergraduate nursing students.

Additional Information

Publication
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2022, 19
Language: English
Date: 2022
Keywords
nature-based interventions, wellness, health promotion, nature, perceived stress

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