ArticleBMC nursing2024
The effects of screen-based simulation on nursing students' acquisition of medication administration and dosage calculation skills: a randomized controlled trial.
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- Adaptive AI-based mobile simulation for drug calculation competency in nurses: a mixed-methods RCT.BMC nursing · 2026Article
- Challenges in educating nursing students on mechanical ventilation: the case for interactive mobile learning tools - a randomized controlled trial.BMC nursing · 2026Article
- Effects of virtual reality-based simulation education for nursing students: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of Korean biological nursing science · 2026Review
- E-learning Motivational Guideline for Maternity Nursing Students: Its Effect on Learning Achievement.SAGE open nursingArticle
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Abstract
backgroundScreen-based simulation is a cost-effective educational modality that allows nursing students to comfortably acquire new skills as they become accustomed to digital environments. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a screen-based simulation tool in enhancing knowledge and skills related to medication administration and dosage calculation in nursing students.
methodsThis multicenter, single-blind, stratified, randomized controlled trial initially enrolled 480 nursing students. The 351 students eligibles were randomly allocated to two groups. Using a screen-based simulation tool (SIMDOSE
results4 out of 5 main variables examined were significantly different, specifically in dosage calculation, where the simulation group excelled both in the knowledge post-test (post - pre = 1.00 (20%); p = 0.004) and in the objective structured clinical examination (p = 0.013). The intervention group reported higher levels of satisfaction and self-confidence than the control group (p < 0.001). Their moderate anxiety levels didn't differ significantly (0.161).
conclusionThe SIMDOSE
trial registrationThis Moroccan clinical trial was prospectively registered (16/05/2023) in the Pan African Clinical Trial Registry (pactr.samrc.ac.za) with trial registration number PACTR202305505743210.
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