Virtual reality simulation in a health assessment laboratory course: a mixed-methods explanatory study examining student satisfaction and self-confidence
Faculty Advisor
Date
2024
Keywords
health assessment, prelicensure nursing students, simulation design, virtual reality simulation
Abstract (summary)
Background: The purpose of this mixed-methods study was to examine the relationship between virtual reality simulation (VRS) and student satisfaction and self-confidence in a health assessment laboratory course.
Methods: Second-year students (n = 37) completed a postoperative respiratory distress scenario using Elsevier’s Simulation Learning System with Virtual Reality. All participants completed the Satisfaction and Self-Confidence in Learning Scale; a subset participated in 1:1 semistructured interviews.
Results: Satisfaction and self-confidence scores were strongly correlated. VRS experiences of fidelity, communication confidence and competence, learning with peers, integrated learning and critical thinking, and a safe space to learn were related to students’ satisfaction and self-confidence.
Conclusions: VRS experiences are correlated with high student satisfaction and self-confidence.
Publication Information
Vihos, J., Chute, A., Carlson, S., Shah, M., Buro, K., & Velupillai, N. (2024). Virtual reality simulation in a health assessment laboratory course: A mixed-methods explanatory study examining student satisfaction and self-confidence. Nurse Educator, 49(6):E315-E320. https://doi.org/10.1097/NNE.0000000000001635
Notes
Item Type
Article
Language
Rights
All Rights Reserved