Effect of Standardized Patient Simulation on Nursing Students' Assessment, Diagnosis Skills, and … (NCT07448168) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effect of Standardized Patient Simulation on Nursing Students' Assessment, Diagnosis Skills, and Experiences
60 participantsStarted 2026-03-31
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled study aims to determine the effect of teaching delivered through standardized patient simulation on nursing students' assessment and nursing diagnosis determination skills, as well as their learning experiences. First-year nursing students will be randomly assigned to intervention and control groups. The intervention group will receive training based on standardized patient simulation, while the control group will receive traditional instruction. Data will be collected using a sociodemographic information form, case-based assessment tools, and measurement instruments designed to evaluate students' perceptions and experiences related to the educational process. Group comparisons will be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the simulation-based teaching method.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* First-year nursing student
* Successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing I course
* Currently enrolled in the Fundamentals of Nursing II course
* Aged 18 years or older
* Voluntary agreement to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* Previously completed the Fundamentals of Nursing II course
* Withdrawal from the study for any reason
* Failure to complete the post-test assessment
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial seems to focus on training nursing students rather than treating a medical condition — can you help me understand if this study is actually relevant to my care, or is it primarily an educational research study for nursing programs?
2Since this trial is listed as 'not yet recruiting' and has no assigned phase, what does that mean for its timeline and how far along is the evidence base for whatever training approach they're testing?
3The study is measuring nursing assessment skill scores, which sounds like it's evaluating how well student nurses learn to assess and diagnose — does participating in something like this mean my care would involve student nurses in a more formal or structured way than usual?
4If this trial involves standardized patient simulations, does that mean I might be asked to act as a practice patient for nursing students, and what would that actually involve in terms of my time and any potential risks?
5Given that this appears to be an educational study rather than a treatment trial, would my doctor recommend I focus my energy on finding a clinical trial that directly tests a therapy for my condition instead?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Nursing Assessment Skill Score
Timeframe: Pre-test (baseline) and post-test (after completion of training, approximately 1 week).