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Experiences of simulation-based learning among undergraduate nursing students: A systematic review and meta-synthesis
Chitra Tamilselvan1, Sze Min Chua2, Han Shi Jocelyn Chew3
1Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Singapore.
Objectives:
We aimed to examine the experiences of simulation-based learning (SBL) among undergraduate nursing students.
Design:
We conducted a systematic review and meta-synthesis on the experiences among undergraduate nursing studies who received SBL.
Data Sources:
We searched through six databases namely PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, ProQuest, for qualitative studies published from January 2011 to January 2022.
Review Methods:
A meta-synthesis was conducted according to the three-stage framework outlined by Thomas and Harden (2008). Critical appraisal was performed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Program (CASP) checklist. A standardised data extraction form was developed with reference from JBI Qualitative Assessment and Review Instrument Data Extraction Tools for Qualitative Research (JBI-QARI) checklist for data extraction.
Results:
Fifteen studies were included, and four themes emerged from the synthesis: (1) acquiring knowledge and skills through SBL; (2) positive experiences of using high-fidelity simulation (HFS) and virtual reality simulation (VRS) methods; (3) challenges encountered while using SBL methods and (4) drawing parallels between simulation and real clinical settings.
Conclusion:
SBL allowed undergraduate nursing students to gain knowledge, acquire skills and have a positive SBL experiences. However, the provision of innovative strategies and resources for nursing students to overcome SBL-based challenges are still needed.
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