A web-based training system for elevating nursing students' risk sensitivity

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Patient Safety
• Digital Health

Background:

• Traditional training methods like role-playing and audio-visual resources effectively enhance nurses' risk perception.
• Despite existing training, accidents involving nursing students and novice nurses remain a concern, indicating a need for improved strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose and evaluate a novel web-based training system designed to elevate nursing students' risk sensitivity.
• To enhance the capacity of nursing students to identify and mitigate potential patient safety risks, specifically focusing on fall prevention.

Main Methods:

• Development of a web-based training system incorporating two case studies focused on potential falling risks.
• Implementation of simulation-based training modules derived from the case studies.
• Inclusion of diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of the training and students' risk avoidance capabilities.

Main Results:

• The proposed web-based system offers a scalable and accessible platform for risk sensitivity training.
• Simulation and diagnostic components provide objective measures for evaluating nursing students' risk assessment skills.
• The system demonstrates potential for improving the identification and management of patient safety hazards in nursing education.

Conclusions:

• A web-based training system represents a promising advancement in nursing education for enhancing risk sensitivity.
• This approach can supplement traditional methods, providing a more dynamic and measurable learning experience.
• Further implementation is recommended to assess the system's impact on reducing accidents and improving patient outcomes.