Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 22, 2026

Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
Implementation of an SBAR communication program based on experiential learning theory in a pediatric nursing
Ju-Yeon Uhm1, YoungJi Ko1, Suhee Kim2
1Department of Nursing, Daegu Haany University, 1 Haanydaero, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-Do, 38610, Republic of Korea.
Background:
Effective communication by nurses is crucial to ensure patient safety. A structured communication program increases communication clarity, education satisfaction, and positivity during interprofessional collaboration among students. In an effort to facilitate effective communication between nurses and physicians, the well-known structured communication tool SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation) has been extensively used in clinical and educational settings.
Objectives:
The purpose of the study is to investigate the impact of an SBAR communication program on communication performance, perception, and practicum-related outcomes in senior-year nursing students.
Method:
The study employed a non-equivalent control group quasi-experimental design and implemented the tool in the pediatric nursing practicum of a nursing school. The experimental group participated in a SBAR program, where role playing using SBAR techniques for different scenarios was used to improve practical communication among nursing students. The SBAR program was developed based on Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory. Communication performance was assessed via the SBAR communication tool and the communication clarity scale. Communication perception was measured by handover confidence level. Practicum-related outcomes of clinical practice self-efficacy, perceived nurse-physician collaboration, and practicum satisfaction, were also evaluated.
Results:
The experimental group demonstrated significantly higher SBAR communication (p < .001), communication clarity (p < .001), and handover confidence (p < .001) than the control group. Clinical practice self-efficacy, perceived nurse-physician collaboration, and practicum satisfaction did not differ.
Conclusions:
The SBAR program in a pediatric nursing practicum improves SBAR communication, communication clarity, and perceived handover confidence in senior-year nursing students.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Role of Communication in the Nursing Process II: Planning and Implementation
Nursing Implementation
The five steps to implementing effective nursing care include reassessing the patient, reviewing and revising the existing nursing care plan, organizing the resources and care delivery, anticipating and preventing complications, and implementing nursing interventions.
SBAR II: Application of SBAR
SBAR Report from a Nurse to a Health Care Provider
S: "Hello, Dr. Smith. This is Jane, RN, from the Med Surg unit. I am calling to tell you about Ms. White in Room 210, who is experiencing increased pain and redness at her incision site. Her recent...
Role of Communication in the Nursing Process I: Assessment and Diagnosis
The nursing process considers the patient's emotional and physical well-being. The process can be repeated or stopped at any point if judged essential. Assessment is the first step in the nursing...
Social Exchange Theory
Nursing Process for Patient and Caregiver Teaching II: Planning and Implementation

