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Mario Plebani
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16729864Actively Recruiting
Phase Not Applicable
Age: 18Years +
All Genders
Healthy Volunteers
ID06714474
Effectiveness of Virtual Simulation Game in Teaching Venous Blood Sampling Skills to Nursing Students: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Led by Sinop University · Updated on 2024-12-03
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
2 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
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Sinop University
Lead Sponsor
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The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the use of a Virtual Simulation Game (VSG) to teach venous blood sampling (VBS) skills to second-year nursing students. This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the VSG method with traditional teaching to see if it improves students' knowledge, practical skills, satisfaction, confidence, and comfort during VBS training. The study addresses a critical need to reduce preanalytical errors in blood sampling, which affect patient safety and healthcare costs. Participants are divided into two groups. The experimental group uses the VSG platform to complete interactive, scenario-based training before practicing VBS on peers under supervision. The control group receives traditional training, including theoretical instruction and hands-on practice on peers without virtual simulation. Both groups undergo a 45-minute lecture on VBS principles beforehand. The study follows a structured approach with pre- and post-intervention assessments. Throughout the study, students' knowledge and skills are measured using validated questionnaires and checklists. Researchers also assess satisfaction, confidence, and comfort levels with specific scales. After practice sessions, expert nurses observe participants for any complications or discomfort. Data analysis will compare outcomes between groups to evaluate the impact of the VSG method. Participation includes completing training, practice, and evaluations within the course schedule.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effectiveness of Virtual Simulation Game in Teaching Venous Blood Sampling Skills to Nursing Students
Who Can Participate
Age: 18Years +
All Genders
Healthy Volunteers
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- 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
You will not qualify if you...
- 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
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Training
Duration - Single session
Participants receive a 45-minute theoretical lecture on venous blood sampling principles. The experimental group completes virtual simulation game training before practicing on peers, while the control group directly practices on peers in a laboratory setting.
1 training session (in-person and online for virtual simulation group)
Skill Practice and Assessment
Duration - Immediately after training
Participants practice venous blood sampling on peers and undergo pre- and post-intervention evaluations to measure knowledge, skill performance, satisfaction, confidence, and comfort.
2 visits (pre- and post-training assessments, in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Ege University Faculty of Nursing Simulation Laboratory
Izmir, İzmir, Turkey (Türkiye), 35000
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Research Team
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Turgay Yalcinkaya, PhD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
2
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