Immersive Virtual Reality Simulation for Learning Fundamental Nursing Skills: A Mixed-Methods Study

Literature showed that learners' perceived usability and perspective toward a technology application affected their learning experience. Fewer studies have investigated immersive virtual reality (IVR) simulation learning of fundamental nursing skills learning (FNSL).

The aim of the study was to explore the perceived usability of IVR simulations for FNSL among first-year nursing students and their perspectives toward this learning modality.

This study used a mixed-methods design with an educational intervention. Sixty-five first-year nursing students participated in 2 IVR simulation procedures in complementary mode. Surveys and focus groups were conducted in the postintervention period.

The findings demonstrated students' positive inclinations toward IVR simulation learning. Two areas emerged: using IVR simulation as a complementary modality for FNSL and barriers affecting students' perceived usability toward this technology.

With addressing the concerns from students' perceived usability, immersive virtual reality simulation could be a potential complementary modality for FNSL.