Stress reaction

Ÿ For coping with negative relationships, significant positive correlations were observed with “TA: tension and anxiety,” “D: depression,” “AH: anger and hostility,” “F: fatigue,” and “C: confusion.”

Ÿ For coping with issues by postponement, a significant negative correlation with “D: depression” was observed.

Ÿ Mean scores for physical symptoms were significantly higher for adult nursing practicums, whereas those for psychological states were higher for psychiatric nursing practicums.

Ÿ A positive correlation was observed between the GHQ-12 and the physical and psychological stress items, “physical symptoms” and “psychological states.”

Ÿ There was a positive correlation between the GHQ-12 and “hesitation for practicums.”