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Virtual reality in nursing education 3D intravenous catheterization E-learning: A randomized controlled trial.
1Faculty of Health Sciences Nursing Department, Acıbadem University, Ataşehir/İstanbul, Turkey.
Contemporary Nurse
|March 9, 2022
Summary
Virtual reality (VR) training significantly improved nursing students' intravenous catheterization and fluid delivery skills compared to traditional methods. VR is recommended for enhancing nursing education and practical skill development.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Nursing Simulation
- Virtual Reality Applications
Background:
- Traditional nursing education relies on physical models for skills like intravenous catheterization.
- Developing proficiency in intravenous catheterization and fluid delivery is crucial for nursing students.
- Assessing the efficacy of novel training modalities is essential for improving nursing education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) technology as a training method for nursing students.
- To compare VR-based training with traditional methods for intravenous catheterization and fluid delivery skills.
- To evaluate the impact of VR on skill acquisition and performance levels in nursing students.
Main Methods:
- An experimental study design was employed with two groups: an experimental group (n=29) using VR and a control group (n=27) using an intravenous injection arm model.
- Both groups underwent training for intravenous catheterization and fluid delivery procedures.
- Student performance was assessed using the Intravenous Catheter Application and Fluid Delivery Skills Checklist and the Bondy Evaluation Scale.
Main Results:
- The experimental group using VR demonstrated statistically significant higher scores on the Intravenous Catheter Application and Fluid Delivery Skills Checklist compared to the control group.
- A statistically significant difference was observed in the "supervised" performance level between the VR and traditional training groups, as measured by the Bondy Evaluation Scale.
- VR training led to superior skill development in intravenous catheterization and fluid delivery.
Conclusions:
- Virtual reality technology is an effective pedagogical tool for developing intravenous catheterization and fluid delivery skills in nursing students.
- The integration of VR into nursing curricula is recommended to enhance practical skill acquisition and training outcomes.
- VR offers a promising avenue for improving the quality and efficiency of nursing education.
