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This study details the creation of a digital vital signs training app for nursing students. The interactive tool supports education and requires content validation for practical use.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education Technology
  • Health Informatics
  • Digital Learning Tools

Background:

  • Traditional vital signs training methods may lack interactive engagement for nursing students.
  • The integration of digital applications offers a novel approach to enhance clinical skill acquisition.
  • A structured methodology is essential for developing effective educational technology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the systematic process of developing a digital application for teaching vital signs.
  • To provide a framework for creating interactive educational tools for nursing students.
  • To enhance the pedagogical approach to vital signs monitoring through technology.

Main Methods:

  • A methodological study following analysis, design, and development stages based on Galvis-Panqueva's framework.
  • Conducted a narrative literature review to inform platform selection and content strategy.
  • Utilized a structured approach to create an interactive technological tool.

Main Results:

  • The analysis phase defined content requirements and technological infrastructure.
  • The design phase focused on user interface, environment assessment, and operational functionality.
  • Development translated design concepts into an interactive application with key features.

Conclusions:

  • The developed digital application serves as an interactive aid for nursing student training.
  • Content validation is recommended to ensure the application's efficacy in practical settings.
  • This technological tool has the potential to supplement existing nursing education curricula.