Effects of Emotional Intelligence on Multi-cultural Cognition and Multi-cultural Attitude in Undergraduate Nursing Students in Korea
Year: 2021
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Introduction: The purpose of this study was to provide basic data to develop effective multiculturaleducation programs related to emotional intelligence by understanding its relationship with multiculturalcognition, and the attitude of college students in the nursing science departments.Method: A descriptive correlational survey design was administered on a total of 197 nursing students inKorea. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-test, ANOVA, and multiple regressionanalysis, with the SPSS/WIN 21.0 program.Result: The multicultural perception was 3.61 ± 0.40 out of 5, and the multicultural attitude was 4.52 ±.61 out of 6. Emotional intelligence which comprises multicultural cognition (p< .001), and multiculturalattitude (p<.001), all had a positive correlation with multicultural attitude (p<.001).Discussion: To develop multicultural education programs for nursing students and college students, it isnecessary to develop and apply differentiated intervention strategies using emotional intelligence.Implications for nursing: This can contribute to promote flexibility of nursing students and help them adaptthemselves to clinical practice.
Source: Medico-Legal Update
Institution: Changshin University
Language: English
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W3137424973