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Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice: Evaluating Embedded Micro-Scenarios in Simulation on Academic Motivation and Clinical Decision-Making Among Nursing Students-A Randomized Controlled Trial

Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice: Evaluating Embedded Micro-Scenarios in Simulation on Academic Motivation and Clinical Decision-Making Among Nursing Students-A Randomized Controlled Trial

Status
Recruiting
Phases
NA
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT07184112
Enrollment
60
Registered
2025-09-19
Start date
2025-08-15
Completion date
2026-03-15
Last updated
2025-09-19

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Conditions

Academic Motivation Scale, Clinical Decision-Making in Nursing

Keywords

Academic Motivation; Clinical Decision-Making; Nursing

Brief summary

This study will utilize a convergent mixed-methods design. A quasi-experimental approach will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of EMSS in improving clinical decision-making skills among nursing students.

Detailed description

This study will utilize a convergent mixed-methods design. A quasi-experimental approach will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of EMSS in improving clinical decision-making skills among nursing students. The study will be conducted at the University of Hafr Albatin (UHB), located in Saudi Arabia. The institution is equipped with simulation labs and a digital learning management system, including access to a simulated EHR environment suitable for micro-scenario deployment.

Interventions

BEHAVIORALThe Embedded Micro-Scenario Simulations (EMSS)

he Embedded Micro-Scenario Simulations (EMSS) for nursing students include a series of engaging clinical cases designed to bridge the theory-practice gap. In Prioritization of Care, students must prioritize three patients with varying degrees of urgency, honing their critical thinking skills. The Patient Education on Discharge scenario tasks them with effectively communicating self-care instructions. In End-of-Life Care, students provide compassionate support to a terminally ill patient and facilitate family discussions.

Sponsors

Alexandria University
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
MALE
Age
18 Years to 27 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

Male undergraduate nursing students. Participants must possess basic computer literacy to effectively engage with the digital learning platform utilized in the simulation.

Exclusion criteria

* Female. non Saudi nursing students, students with mental health isssues

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Clinical Decision-Making3 monthsThis scale was originally developed by Jenkins (1983). Designed specifically for nursing students in the United States, the scale evaluates students' perceptions of clinical decision-making based on their self-reported experiences.
Academic Motivation3 monthsThe Academic Motivation Scale (AMS) is the most popular tool for evaluating academic motivation. (Orsini et al., 2015). A 7-point Likert scale is used to rate each of the 28 items. The self-determination theory, which emphasizes the approach to human motivation and personality, is the theoretical foundation of the AMS

Countries

Saudi Arabia

Contacts

Primary ContactGalal Harby Galal Alharbi, Associate Professor
Jalaln@uhb.edu.sa+966 59 981 9696

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026