Effectiveness of Virtual Simulation Game in Teaching Venous Blood Sampling Skills to Nursing Students
Sponsored by Sinop University
About this trial
Last updated a year ago
Study ID
SINOPU-HEM-RK-01
Status
Recruiting
Type
Interventional
Phase
N/A
Placebo
No
Accepting
18+ Years
All Sexes
Trial Timing
Ended a year ago
What is this trial about?
The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Virtual Simulation Game (VSG) method in teaching venous blood sampling (VBS) skills to second-year nursing students. The study aims to provide a safe, engaging, and innovative learning environment for nursing students, enabling them to improve their skills without compromising patient safety.
The main questions the study seeks to answer are:
Does VSG training improve nursing students' knowledge levels in VBS education? Does VSG training enhance nursing students' practical performance in VBS procedures? Does VSG training increase nursing students' satisfaction with VBS education? Does VSG training boost nursing students' confidence in performing VBS? Does VSG training enhance nursing students' comfort during VBS practice? Researchers will compare the Virtual Simulation Game (VSG) method to the standard technique. In the VSG group, students will engage with an interactive simulation game to practice VBS skills virtually before applying them in a clinical setting. In the control group, students will practice VBS skills using traditional methods in a laboratory environment.
Participants' Tasks:
Students in the VSG group will:
Log in to the simulation platform with their credentials. Complete interactive training scenarios that mimic real-life challenges in venous blood sampling.
Practice the procedure on their peers under supervision.
Students in the control group will:
Practice VBS directly on their peers under supervision without using simulation.
After practicing, all students will be observed for 15 minutes by expert nurses for potential complications or discomfort. If needed, participants will receive medical care.
This study adheres to the CONSORT guidelines for randomized controlled trials and incorporates validated instruments to measure knowledge, skill performance, satisfaction, confidence, and comfort levels among participants. The findings aim to bridge the gap in nursing education by introducing an innovative, technology-driven approach to skill training.
What are the participation requirements?
Inclusion Criteria
Enrolled in the "Principles and Applications in Nursing" course, specifically the "Fundamentals of Nursing Care" module, for the first time.
No prior clinical experience. No prior experience with venous blood sampling. No prior education in health sciences (e.g., not a graduate of a vocational health school or a health-related associate degree program).
Willing to voluntarily participate in the study.
Exclusion Criteria
Diagnosed with a chronic illness, bleeding disorder, or psychiatric condition. Pregnant students. Students who have not received Hepatitis A or Hepatitis B vaccines. Students who fail to complete the study data collection forms. Students who withdraw their consent to participate during the study. Students who are absent at any stage of the study process. Students who do not complete the simulation training sessions.