Effect of Emotional Freedom Technique on Nursing Students Exam Anxiety

"Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is used as an effective method for managing various adverse conditions, including the reduction of exam anxiety. Although there are several studies in the literature on this topic, research conducted specifically with nursing students remains limited. In particular, the Surgical Nursing course is a fundamental subject offered in the second year of nursing education, encompassing both theoretical and clinical components. Academic success in this course is an important indicator of the quality of nursing education. Therefore, as a surgical nursing instructor, it is believed that reducing exam anxiety can positively influence student performance.~This study also aims to improve student success through anxiety management. To date, no studies addressing this issue with nursing students have been found in the literature."