Immersive Virtual Reality, Nursing Education, Part-Task Trainer Simulation, Phlebotomy
Conditions
Brief summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of immersive virtual reality (VR) training on nursing students' learning outcomes in phlebotomy skills. The study compares immersive VR-based simulation with traditional task trainer-based simulation. A total sample of undergraduate nursing students is randomly assigned to either the experimental group (VR training) or the control group (task trainer training). The intervention focuses on improving self-efficacy, reducing anxiety, and enhancing clinical performance in venipuncture skills. Outcomes are measured at three time points: pre-test, immediate post-test, and follow-up. Self-efficacy, anxiety, and clinical performance are assessed using validated scales. The study seeks to determine whether immersive VR provides a more effective and engaging learning experience compared to conventional simulation methods in nursing education.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALImmersive Virtual Reality Training
Immersive VR-based phlebotomy training simulation designed to improve self-efficacy, reduce anxiety, and enhance clinical performance.
BEHAVIORALPart-Task Trainer Simulation Training
Traditional phlebotomy training using a part-task trainer arm simulation.
Sponsors
Al-Quds University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE (Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 22 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
Second-year nursing students who enrolled in the Adult Health Nursing I course, had no prior clinical experience in venipuncture, and were willing to participate in the study. Additional inclusion criteria included the ability to attend training sessions using both immersive virtual reality (VR) and a part-task trainer simulation and commitment to completing all training and assessment sessions. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants before enrollment.
Exclusion criteria
if they had previous advanced or extensive practical experience in venipuncture or had participated in external training programs related to the same skill. Additional
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Self-efficacy | Baseline, immediately post-intervention, and two-week follow-up | Measured using a validated self-efficacy scale for clinical skills. |
| Clinical performance | Baseline, immediately post-intervention, and two-week follow-up | Assessed using a structured checklist evaluating steps of the phlebotomy procedure. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Anxiety related to phlebotomy skill | Baseline, immediately post-intervention, and at the 2-week follow-up. | State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-S) - State version (STAI-S) |
Countries
Palestinian Territories
Outcome results
None listed