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KMID : 1148320220070020122
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Journal of Korean Association for Qualitative Research
2022 Volume.7 No. 2 p.122 ~ p.137
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The Experience of Gaining Admission in Graduate School Advanced Practice Nursing Programs during the COVID-19 era
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Kim Jeong-Hye
Kim Yeon-Hee
Kim Ji-Hye
Kim Yun-Hyung
Kim Joo-Hyun
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study aimed to identify and understand the experience of entering graduate school in an advanced practice nursing program in the COVID-19 situation.
Methods: This qualitative study used content analysis. The data collection using the focus group and in-depth interviews was conducted from February 11 to September 2, 2022.
Results: Six themes and 27 subthemes emerged through the qualitative content analysis. The themes included: “Graduate school: The next step”. “Concerns prior to attending grauate school”, “Learning in the COVID-19 era: Differences between expectations and reality”, “Overcoming the challenges of graduate school”, “Education: A stepping stone to becoming a specialist”, “Changes in self and others’ perceptions”.
Conclusion: This study confirmed the growth and change of nurses through the experience of entering an advanced practice nursing program in the COVID-19 era.
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KEYWORD
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Nurses, Graduate, Advanced practice nursing, Qualitative research, COVID-19
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