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Informed Consent Form Title of Research: Attitudes towards Research and Factors Affecting Research Interest among Nursing Students at the College of Nursing Sciences, Lagos University Teaching Hospital You are being invited to participate in this study because you are a nursing student at the College of Nursing Sciences, LUTH, who has been exposed to research activities as part of your academic training. Research is an important aspect of nursing education as it supports evidence-based practice and professional development. Understanding students’ attitudes toward research, their research skills, and the factors that influence their interest in research will help improve research training and engagement among nursing students. Purpose of the Study: The purpose of this study is to assess the attitudes towards research among nursing students and determine the factors affecting research interest among nursing students, and examine the association between selected socio-demographic characteristics and research interest. Procedures: This study will use a structured self-administered questionnaire to obtain information from you. The questionnaire will be distributed physically. You will be required to read the questions and select the options that best reflect your views. Completing the questionnaire will take approximately 10-15 minutes of your time. The purpose of the study will be clearly explained, and guidance will be provided where necessary. Potential Benefits: The findings from this study will help improve research training and engagement among nursing students. It may also assist educators and policymakers in developing strategies to enhance research skills and promote interest in research among nursing students. Potential Risks: There are no known risks associated with this study. The study involves only answering questions, and no harm will come to you as a result of your participation. Confidentiality: All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality. Your name or any personal identifiers will not be included in any report or publication arising from this study. Data collected will be securely stored and used strictly for academic purposes. Willingness to Participate: Participation in this study is entirely voluntary. You are free to decline participation or withdraw from the study at any time without any penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled. Statement of person obtaining informed consent: I _________________ have fully explained this research to the respondent and given sufficient information, including the risks and benefits to make an informed decision. Date: _________________________ Signature: ________________________ Statement of Person Giving Consent: I _________________ have read the description of the research, I understand that my participation is voluntary. I know enough about the purpose, methods, risks and benefits of the research study to judge that I want to take part in it. I understand that I may freely stop being part of this study at any time. I have received a copy of this consent form to keep for myself. Date: _________________________ Signature: ________________________ Questionnaire Research Title: Attitudes towards Research and Factors Affecting Research Interest among Nursing Students in College of Nursing Sciences, Lagos University Teaching Hospital. Instruction: Tick the option that you agree to Section A: Socio-demographic Characteristics 1. Age : (a) 16-20 [ ] (b) 21-25 [ ] (c) 26 and above [ ] 2. Sex (a) Male [ ] (b) Female [ ] 3. Level of study (a) Year 3 [ ] (b) Year 4 [ ] Section B: Attitude toward Research S/N Statements Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree 1. Research is useful for my future career 2. Research is relevant to my field of study 3. I am interested in learning about research 4. I enjoy engaging in research-related activities 5. Research makes me anxious 6. Research is difficult to understand Section C: Factors Affecting Research Interest S/N Statements Agree Disagree 1. Lack of funding discourages me from engaging in research 2. Lack of mentorship affects my research interest 3. Limited access to research resources affects my participation 4. Difficulty in obtaining approval discourages research participation 5. Lack of motivation reduces my interest in research 6. Support from lecturers encourages my research interest
