High Fidelity Simulation and Virtual Reality and Nursing Students

Subject: The effects of high fidelity and virtual reality-based simulation applications on simulation-based learning, reflective thinking and therapeutic communication skills in nursing undergraduate students. Objective : It was planned to determine the effects of high fidelity and virtual reality-based simulation applications on simulation-based learning, reflective thinking and therapeutic communication skills in nursing undergraduate students. Backgroud:Simulation-based learning is one of the most effective and interesting teaching methods that is effective in adapting nursing students to clinical environments by reducing the gap between education and practice.Students reinforce their knowledge and improve their clinical performance through active training methods that mimic real healthcare environments. They have the experience of developing psychomotor skills and making appropriate decisions in a timely manner through supervision, repetition and reinforcement. Methods:The research is planned to be conducted at Hacettepe University Faculty of Nursing between 16 October 2023 and 16 October 2024.Students will be divided into two groups by randomization method. The group that will receive virtual reality application is 38 people; The group for which simulation + virtual reality application will be applied will be determined as 38 people.Data will be collected using the Personal Information Form, simulation-based learning evaluation scale, reflective thinking skills scale for problem solving, and therapeutic communication skills scale for nursing students.The analysis of the data will be done with a statistical program.