Clarifying the Concept of Uncivil Behavior in Clinical Nursing Education: A Concept Analysis Based on the Walker and Avant Approach

Aim and Background : Incivility in clinical nursing education undermines civility and respect, harming the well-being and dignity of individuals and creating a toxic environment. It is crucial to define and understand incivility to address such behaviors in this setting. Methods : This study used Walker and Avant’s eight-step concept analysis to explore incivility in clinical nursing education. A literature review was conducted through databases like CINAHL, MEDLINE, and others, focusing on the period from 2010 to 2024. Results : Incivility examples included faculty humiliating students, harsh language, and disengagement, while students exhibited disruptive behaviors and lack of participation. Conclusion : The study highlights that incivility, including harassment, rudeness, and exclusion, damages trust, empathy, and interpersonal relationships, creating a hostile learning environment and causing psychological and physical harm. Understanding these behaviors is essential to foster a positive, respectful clinical education space.