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3D human anatomy augmentation over a mannequin for the training of nursing skills
Sun Kyung Kim1,2,3, Youngho Lee4, Hye Ri Hwang1
1Department of Nursing, Mokpo National University, Jeonnam, Korea.
Background:
The in-depth understanding of human anatomy is the foundation for safety in nursing practice. Augmented reality is an emerging technology that can be used for integrative learning in nursing education.
Objective:
The study aimed to develop a human anatomy-based skill training system and pilot test its usability and feasibility.
Methods:
Twenty-seven nursing students participated in 3D anatomy-based skill training for intramuscular injection and Levin tube feeding using HoloLens 2. Various user interfaces including pictures, videos, animation graphics, and annotation boxes assisted users with a comprehensive understanding of the step-by-step procedures for these techniques. A one-group pre-post test was conducted to observe changes in skill performance competency, usability, and learning satisfaction.
Results:
After study participation, a statistically significant improvement in skill performance competency (p< 0.05) was observed. The usability results showed that students were satisfied with the usefulness of the program (9.55 ± 0.49) and scored highly for the intention to participate in other educational programs (9.62 ± 0.59). A high level of learning satisfaction was achieved (9.55 ± 0.49), with positive responses in fostering students' engagement and excitement in the application of cutting-edge technology.
Conclusion:
The 3D anatomy-based nursing skill training demonstrated good potential to improve learning outcomes and facilitate engagement in self-directed practice. This can be integrated into undergraduate nursing education as an assistant teaching tool, contributing to the combination of knowledge and practice.
