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The effect of computer-based resuscitation simulation on nursing students' performance, self-efficacy, post-code
Research and Theory for Nursing Practice
|August 5, 2014
Summary
Computer-based simulation did not significantly improve nursing students' performance, self-efficacy, or satisfaction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation training. Further research is needed to optimize its integration into nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Simulation-Based Learning
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Computer-based simulation offers flexible, self-paced learning opportunities for healthcare education.
- Its effectiveness in enhancing nursing students' skills and psychological outcomes requires rigorous evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the impact of computer-based simulation plus instructor-led training versus instructor-led training alone on nursing students' performance.
- To assess differences in self-efficacy, post-code stress, and satisfaction between the two training methods.
Main Methods:
- A nonequivalent control group, posttest-only design was employed with 213 second-year nursing students.
- Students were randomly assigned to either a computer-based simulation group (n=109) or a control group (n=104).
- Outcomes measured included performance scores, resuscitation-specific self-efficacy, post-code stress, and satisfaction.
Main Results:
- Nursing students in the computer-based simulation group showed higher performance scores, but the difference was not statistically significant (p = .283).
- No significant differences were found between the groups regarding self-efficacy, post-code stress, or satisfaction.
- The combination of computer-based simulation and hands-on practice did not yield statistically significant improvements in the assessed outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Computer-based simulation, when combined with traditional methods, did not significantly enhance nursing students' performance or psychological outcomes in cardiopulmonary resuscitation training.
- Further investigation is recommended to refine instructional design for integrating computer-based simulation effectively.
- Development of rigorous scoring rubrics is crucial for accurately assessing simulation-based learning outcomes in nursing education.
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