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Development and evaluation of a virtual reality mechanical ventilation education program for nursing students
1Department of Nursing, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangwon-do, South Korea.
BMC Medical Education
|November 11, 2022
Summary
Virtual reality (VR) simulation enhances nursing education by improving self-efficacy and clinical reasoning. This VR program for mechanical ventilation care significantly boosted learning satisfaction and competence in nursing students.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Medical Simulation
- Virtual Reality Technology
Background:
- COVID-19 pandemic necessitated remote learning solutions in clinical settings.
- Virtual reality (VR) offers an alternative for practical education, yet its use in mechanical ventilation nursing education is limited.
- Developing innovative educational tools is crucial for maintaining nursing student preparedness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a VR simulation program for mechanical ventilation care.
- To assess the impact of VR simulation on nursing students' self-efficacy and clinical reasoning.
- To determine the effect of VR simulation on learning satisfaction and immersion.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental design was employed.
- Fourth-year nursing students in South Korea participated in the study.
- A VR simulation program for mechanical ventilation care was developed and implemented.
Main Results:
- The VR simulation group showed significant improvements in self-efficacy and clinical reasoning capacity compared to the control group.
- Learning satisfaction was significantly higher in the VR simulation group.
- Students in the VR group reported higher levels of learning immersion and satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- The VR simulation program positively impacted nursing students' self-efficacy, clinical reasoning, and learning satisfaction.
- VR simulation is an effective tool for enhancing nursing competence in mechanical ventilation care.
- This technology holds promise for future nursing education, especially in simulated clinical environments.
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