J Korean Acad Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs.  2023 Jun;32(2):175-187. 10.12934/jkpmhn.2023.32.2.175.

Self-isolation Experiences of Nursing Students with COVID-19

• Son M

• KMID: 2544257
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.12934/jkpmhn.2023.32.2.175

Abstract

Purpose
The purpose of this study was to explore the self-isolation experiences of nursing students with confirmed COVID-19 infections.
Methods
This study used purposive sampling. The participants were 13 nursing students who self-isolated for COVID-19. Data were collected through video conference interviews and analyzed using grounded theory methods.
Results
The 14 categories that emerged were analyzed by fitting them into a paradigmatic model. The central phenomenon was “emotional challenges of self-isolation”. The action/interaction strategies were “adhering to isolation protocols and working to recover”, “using the time as an opportunity to recharge and grow”, “making up for classroom deficits”, and “envisioning a future nurse”. The core category was “focusing on what I can do now to avoid falling behind”. This process was characterized by stages of embarrassment, instability, endurance, and resilience.
Conclusion
Missed classes due to self-isolation may contribute to student anxiety and depression, and educators should continue to make efforts to protect learning rights.

Keyword

Grounded theory; Nursing students; Qualitative research; COVID-19; Isolation; 근거이론; 간호학생; 질적연구; 코로나19; 격리