Designing and evaluating an interactive multimedia Web-based simulation for developing nurses' competencies in acute...

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Medical Simulation
• Digital Health

Background:

• Web-based learning is a growing instructional method in nursing.
• Multimedia technology enables authentic nursing practice simulations.
• Developing clinical competency is crucial for nurses.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design, develop, and evaluate an interactive multimedia web-based simulation.
• To enhance nurses' competencies in acute nursing care.

Main Methods:

• Developed authentic nursing activities using animation, multimedia, virtual patients, and quizzes.
• Conducted a randomized controlled study with 67 registered nurses.
• Assessed clinical performance pre- and post-simulation intervention.

Main Results:

• The experimental group showed significant improvement in clinical performance post-simulation (P<.001).
• The experimental group outperformed the control group in posttest scores, controlling for pretest scores (P<.001).
• Nurses reported satisfaction and positive perceptions regarding relevance, instructional strategies, and problem-solving.

Conclusions:

• Interactive multimedia web-based simulation effectively enhances nurses' acute care competencies.
• Web-based simulations are a valuable tool for training large groups of nurses.
• This method supports accessible, repetitive training for long-term clinical competency retention.