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ABSTRACT: Emotional intelligence (EI) includes skills such as recognizing, understanding, and managing emotions. This pilot study investigated the utility of the Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test Version 2.0 as a screening instrument in student registered nurse anesthetists by determining if EI predicted clinical performance. Scores from 11 participants enrolled in a single nurse anesthesia program were correlated with formative clinical evaluations. Relationships between EI and clinical performance were examined. Participants consistently met clinical performance objectives but were unable to use emotion to solve problems or to recognize others' emotions, suggesting that EI abilities could impact future student registered nurse anesthetist clinical performance.
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Enfermeiros Anestesistas , Estudantes de Enfermagem , Inteligência Emocional , Emoções , Humanos , Projetos PilotoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Emotional intelligence (EI) and critical thinking (CT) are positive attributes for nursing students throughout their nursing education and in future professional practice. PURPOSE: The purpose was to review the literature investigating both EI and CT in prelicensure nursing students. METHODS: A systematic literature search of original research articles published between 2003 and 2018 was conducted using electronic databases. Emerging themes were identified using integrative review methodological strategies. RESULTS: Three themes emerged: (1) EI and CT are interdependent; (2) EI and CT are critical for success in nursing education; and (3) nursing education should enhance EI and CT. Findings are mixed regarding the usefulness of screening applicants for EI prior to admission. CONCLUSIONS: Developing EI and CT skills in nursing students deserves thoughtful consideration. Further research is warranted regarding integrating strategies to enhance EI and CT skills as well as adopting EI as an adjunct admissions criterion for entrance into a prelicensure program.