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NCT04451590
Airway injury in patients is a high risk and complex medical crisis. Unfortunately, training for airway management in injured patients is challenging. The most effective way of practicing airway management is using mannequins. However, mannequin training is expensive and only occasionally available to medical trainees. The purpose of this study is to determine if Virtual Reality (VR) can be used to educate medical students on airway injury management. VR training will involve managing the care of a patient with an airway injury in an immersive, interactive VR hospital trauma bay. The investigators will compare the knowledge gained from VR training vs. mannequin training. The investigators will also investigate whether VR training teaches students faster than mannequin training. In addition, the investigators will identify factors which might affect learning from VR. Medical students who choose to participate will be randomized (i.e. participant will have a 50% chance to be placed in either group) to be trained with VR or a mannequin. Participants then will be trained on airway injury management using their assigned training approach. One week later, all participants will be assessed on their airway injury management skills using a mannequin. Before and after their sessions, participants will also be asked to complete a questionnaire on their clinical decision-making. Participants who received VR training will also complete a questionnaire about their experience with the VR training. This study will help develop a new approach to airway management training which is cheaper and more easily available to medical trainees than mannequin training. This educational tool could lead to better treatment of airway trauma in future patients.
NCT07454278
Young people, who constitute approximately 1.7 billion of the global population, are significantly affected by screen exposure, cyberbullying, and various digital challenges. These issues alter young individuals' participation in daily life activities, increase levels of digital addiction, and disrupt occupational balance, leading to negative consequences for social and personal well-being. The deterioration of occupational balance may adversely affect youths' overall well-being, highlighting the need for occupational therapists to develop preventive and protective interventions for this population. The proposed research is grounded in potential occupational therapy interventions targeting young people in Türkiye. Previous studies have demonstrated that technological advancements play a determining role in young individuals' daily lives. Considering that this situation may also influence academic performance, the present study has been designed to examine the effects of digital addiction on occupational competence and occupational balance among university students. The study will employ a Sociodemographic Information Form, the Digital Addiction Scale, the Occupational Self-Assessment, and the Activity-Role Balance Questionnaire. Following these assessments, participants will receive a structured educational intervention delivered by an expert instructor, focusing on the appropriate, safe, and meaningful use of technology. The effectiveness of the training will also be evaluated. The target population of the study consists of individuals currently enrolled in higher education. The research will be conducted with students from Istanbul Gelisim University, located in the Avcılar district of Istanbul. The findings of this project are expected to provide occupational therapy students and practicing occupational therapists with an updated perspective on healthy technology use. In this context, practicing occupational therapists will contribute to the scientific development of the country.
NCT07428772
This randomized controlled study will evaluate the effectiveness of an online Watch-Summarize-Question-Ask (WSQA) learning method on nursing students' knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors related to patient fall prevention and management. Sixty-six nursing students will be randomly assigned to intervention and control groups. Both groups will receive standard patient safety education, while the intervention group will additionally participate in an online, evidence-based fall prevention training program structured according to the WSQA method, including video-based learning, summarization, question generation, and interactive discussions. Outcomes will be assessed using validated instruments measuring fall management knowledge, self-efficacy, attitudes toward fall prevention, care planning performance, and student satisfaction. The study aims to determine the effectiveness of an innovative educational approach to improve fall prevention competencies and enhance the quality and safety of nursing care.
NCT07167888
The purpose of this study is to identify the prevalence of neck and low back pain in nursing students enrolled at the University of the West Indies, Mona; to assess their knowledge, attitude and practice of good spine health and to determine the outcome of a standardised spine exercise program on nursing students experiencing neck and low back pain, using a prospective randomised control design.
NCT07425847
Objective: This study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of music therapy and 4-7-8 breathing exercises in managing anxiety among nursing students during IV drug administration education. Method: This study was conducted using a randomized controlled experimental research model. The study was conducted between March and July 2025 with first-year nursing students studying at the Faculty of Nursing at a university in eastern Turkey. The sample consisted of 97 students (music therapy group: 32, 4-7-8 breathing exercise group: 32, control group: 33), determined using Power analysis. Data were collected using a "Personal Information Form" and the State Anxiety Inventory (STAI Form TX-I), which measures state anxiety levels.
NCT07414719
Human papillomaviruses (HPV) are very common contagious viruses: approximately 70% of men and women will be infected during their lifetime. Vaccination, recommended since 2007 for girls and since 2021 for all young people aged 11 to 14 (with catch-up vaccination possible up to age 26), remains insufficiently followed. Today, only 40.7% of adolescents are vaccinated in France, and the Auvergne Rhône Alpes region remains below the targets (47.5% for girls and 12.3% for boys). This is still far from the national target of 80% vaccination coverage by 2030, while 6,400 new cases of HPV-related cancers are reported each year. The PIMCOP regional study aims to assess the impact of a primary prevention intervention, co-developed with stakeholders and implemented in middle and high schools, on the HPV vaccination rate at 6 months among 11-17 year olds.
NCT07413783
The research is designed as a methodological and randomized controlled experimental study and will be conducted in five stages with final-year midwifery students at Atatürk University (N=120). First, the Turkish validity and reliability of the Kangaroo Care Knowledge, Skill and Confidence Scale will be established. Subsequently, an 8-hour kangaroo care training will be provided to the intervention group, and students' clinical performance, empathy levels, and kangaroo care competencies will be evaluated.
NCT07393789
This study examines the effects of a 16-week structured physical activity program on physical fitness, steps number, and body mass index in children aged 8 to 10 years. Participants were randomly assigned to either an intervention group that participated in the physical activity program or a control group that continued with their usual daily activities without additional intervention. Physical fitness outcomes include standing broad jump, handgrip strength, and 20-meter shuttle run performance. Body mass index is calculated from measured height and body mass. The goal of the study is to determine whether participation in a multicomponent physical activity intervention leads to greater improvements in physical fitness, steps number, and body composition compared with no additional intervention.
NCT07382102
This study aims to evaluate the effects of a structured nutrition education program on nursing students' nutrition knowledge, dietary behaviors, physical activity levels, and sleep quality. University students, particularly those studying in health-related fields, often experience irregular eating habits, insufficient physical activity, and poor sleep quality due to academic workload and lifestyle factors. These behaviors may negatively affect both their personal health and their future professional roles. In this study, nursing students will participate in a multi-session nutrition education program designed to improve awareness of healthy eating, balanced diets, and lifestyle behaviors. Data will be collected before the education program, immediately after completion, and three months later. Outcomes will include changes in nutrition knowledge, food choices, physical activity levels, and sleep quality. The results of this study are expected to contribute to the development of effective educational strategies that promote healthy lifestyle behaviors among nursing students and support their well-being during university education.
NCT07310940
Concept maps are visual tools that help students organize information and understand how ideas are related to each other. Although concept mapping is widely used in nursing education, many nursing students find it difficult to create effective concept maps. Recently, artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT have begun to be used in education and may help support students during learning activities. However, it is not yet clear whether using chatbots improves students' ability to create concept maps. This study aimed to examine whether using a chatbot (ChatGPT) helps nursing students develop better concept map construction skills. The study was conducted as a randomized controlled trial with second-year nursing students taking a surgical nursing course during the 2024-2025 spring semester. A total of 108 students were randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. All students received the same theoretical education about postoperative care of cardiac surgery patients from the same instructor. Students in the intervention group received brief training on how to use ChatGPT and were allowed to use the chatbot while creating case-based concept maps. Students in the control group created concept maps using only textbooks and course materials. Students' knowledge, concept map quality, and attitudes toward concept mapping were evaluated. The results showed no significant difference between the two groups in terms of postoperative care knowledge or overall concept map scores. However, students who used ChatGPT had more positive attitudes toward concept mapping. Students also reported that the chatbot helped them understand complex information more easily and supported them during the concept map creation process.In conclusion, using a chatbot did not improve concept map performance scores, but it had a positive effect on students' attitudes and learning experiences. Chatbot-assisted learning may be a useful supportive tool in nursing education. Further studies with larger groups of students and longer follow-up periods are needed to better understand its effects on learning outcomes.
NCT07256847
This study aims to investigate the effects of a 6-week high-intensity interval training (HIIT) intervention on physical fitness, cardiorespiratory capacity (VO2max), and sleep quality among sedentary male college students. Through a randomized controlled trial, we seek to examine whether HIIT, as a time-efficient exercise modality, can effectively improve these health-related outcomes in young adults who maintain predominantly sedentary lifestyles. This research will provide evidence-based insights into the effectiveness of HIIT as a potential intervention strategy to address the physical and physiological consequences of prolonged sitting behavior among university students.
NCT07250438
This study aims to evaluate the effects of music therapy awareness, mindfulness-based breathing, and core exercises on stress, resilience, and relaxation in university students. Stress is highly prevalent in this population and can negatively affect both academic performance and physical and psychological health. By combining music therapy with breathing and core exercises, the study seeks to provide a holistic approach to improving students' well-being
NCT07071285
This study aims to explore the impact of interactive breastfeeding e-books on nursing students' breastfeeding learning outcomes. The subjects are third-year nursing students from a university in central Taiwan. A randomized controlled design will be adopted. The experimental group will use interactive breastfeeding e-books for learning, while the control group will use traditional face-to-face courses to evaluate the changes in students' breastfeeding knowledge, skills, and learning motivation. The expected results can provide a reference for innovative teaching models in nursing education and promote the future clinical promotion of breastfeeding.
NCT06804005
This study aims to examine the effects of creative approaches aimed at reducing anxiety and increasing happiness by addressing the future concerns and subjective well-being levels of university students. Although the negative effects of anxiety on students' academic and personal lives have been widely examined in the literature, studies on the effectiveness of artistic interventions such as mandala painting and music therapy in reducing anxiety are limited. In this context, the study aims to fill an important gap in the field by evaluating the combined effects of these two methods. In particular, it aims to provide evidence-based methods that will improve the mental and emotional states of university students with practical results, thus making a positive contribution to both individual health and educational processes. Main Hypotheses of the Study: * H1: There is a difference between the levels of future anxiety and subjective well-being between nursing students who painted mandalas and those who did not. * H1-0: There is no difference between the levels of future anxiety and subjective well-being between nursing students who painted mandalas and those who did not. * H2: There is a difference between the levels of future anxiety and subjective well-being between nursing students who participated in the music activity and those who did not. * H2-0: There is no difference between the levels of future anxiety and subjective well-being between nursing students who participated in the music activity and those who did not. Research Questions: * Is mandala painting and music activity effective in reducing nursing students' future anxiety levels? * Is mandala painting and music activity effective in increasing nursing students' subjective well-being levels? * Which of the mandala painting and music activity applications is more effective on nursing students' future anxiety and subjective well-being?
NCT06899282
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the jigsaw method on pressure ulcer prevention in senior nursing students. In addition, the study will also examine student views on the jigsaw technique. Hypotheses of the study are as follows: Hypothesis 1: The pressure injury management program applied with the Jigsaw technique has an effect on the pressure ulcer knowledge scores of nursing students. Hypothesis 2: The pressure injury management program applied with the Jigsaw technique has an effect on the pressure ulcer prevention attitude of nursing students. Hypothesis 3: The pressure injury management program applied with the Jigsaw technique has an effect on nursing students' pressure ulcer management self-efficacy. The participant characteristics were being a 4th grade student of Kütahya University of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing and being enrolled in the Basic Principles and Practices in Nursing Practices Course. Nursing students who did not volunteer to participate in the study, those who did not participate in theoretical and clinical practices during the academic semester, and nursing students working as high school graduate nurses due to their past education will be excluded from the study. Intervention and measurements: Participants (N=70) will be randomly divided into intervention and control groups. The intervention group will study pressure ulcer management with the jigsaw technique. The control group will receive theoretical education with the traditional method. Students' pressure ulcer knowledge, attitude and self-efficacy levels will be assessed with standardized tools. Baseline assessment before the intervention, post-intervention and 6 weeks after the intervention will be done. Measurements will be made by students through self-reporting. However, a researcher blinded to the groups will administer the instruments and enter data. Data analysis will also be done by the researcher blinded to the groups. Thus, double blindness will be ensured. Statistical analysis will be based on significance tests.
NCT07145021
This study aims to examine the effects of breathing exercises administered to associate degree students on test anxiety and academic achievement. Primary Research Question: Do breathing exercises administered to associate degree students reduce test anxiety and improve academic achievement? Researchers will compare the effects of breathing exercises on test anxiety and academic achievement by using a control group (no breathing exercise intervention) and an intervention group. Participants: All students from a vocational school who consent to participate will be administered the Westside Test Anxiety Scale. Students with high anxiety scores will be assigned to the intervention group. The intervention group will receive breathing exercise training delivered by a certified Breathing Coach (the researcher). Breathing exercises will be conducted for 40 minutes per week, over a 6-week period. Students will be asked to maintain a breathing exercise log. Following the end-of-term examinations, data collection forms will be re-administered and results will be compared between pre- and post-intervention assessments.
NCT07139262
This study aims to evaluate the impact of a structured climate-resilient disaster preparedness education program on undergraduate nursing students' knowledge and practical skills. Climate change has intensified the frequency and severity of disasters, increasing the need for health professionals who are trained to respond effectively. Nursing students, as future frontline providers, must be equipped with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on competencies to manage disaster situations that are influenced by climate variability. The study was conducted at Jouf University, Saudi Arabia, using a quasi-experimental design with intervention and control groups. A total of 160 undergraduate nursing students were recruited and randomly assigned at the class level (80 intervention, 80 control). The intervention group participated in a tailored disaster preparedness training program incorporating lectures, interactive workshops, and simulation-based exercises with a focus on climate-resilient responses. The control group continued with their standard nursing curriculum. Outcomes were measured using validated instruments: a disaster preparedness knowledge questionnaire and an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) for disaster management skills. Assessments were conducted at baseline, immediately post-intervention, and at a 4-week follow-up to evaluate retention. The primary hypothesis is that students who receive the climate-resilient disaster preparedness education will demonstrate significantly greater improvement in knowledge and skills compared to those in the control group. Findings will provide evidence for integrating climate-resilient disaster preparedness into undergraduate nursing curricula to strengthen health workforce readiness for emerging global health challenges.
NCT07105696
Health diagnosis is an essential part of the professional nursing role and the holistic nursing approach. The goal of the health diagnosis process is to establish a baseline database for the care plan, encompassing the patient's health status, risk factors related to their current health status, and health education needs. This process involves obtaining the patient's health history, conducting a physical examination, collecting other relevant data from the patient's health records, and recording the data identified. Collecting and analyzing information about the patient's health status begins with diagnosis. Diagnosis is the comprehensive and systematic process of collecting data to obtain information about the patient's current and past health status and to identify coping strategies used in cases of health deviations. Diagnosis enables the creation of a comprehensive database of the patient's health status. Therefore, one of the most important stages of the diagnostic process is the physical examination. The purpose of the physical examination is to collect detailed, objective data regarding the patient's physiological state. Physical examination is the ability to interpret what is seen, heard, and felt regarding the patient's condition. Inspection, palpation, auscultation, and percussion methods allow for the validation of data obtained through the nursing history and the acquisition of new data. Appropriate, accurate, and timely health diagnosis is the cornerstone of maintaining patient safety. Furthermore, because health diagnosis and physical examination require a comprehensive assessment of all body systems, they also facilitate improved communication and collaboration among nurses, patients, and other healthcare team members. Therefore, health diagnosis is an important component of nursing education. Health diagnosis is a clinical problem. Decision-making is one of the most important skills required to solve a clinical problem. In nursing education, curricula need to be developed to develop clinical thinking and problem-solving skills in students. There is often no single right or wrong in the relationship between the patient and the nurse. In such cases, the Clinically Oriented Reasoning Exam (CORE) is used to teach cause-effect relationships. CORE develops reasoning skills in decision-making. The classic CORE application is conducted in a laboratory setting. Each table in the laboratory is considered a station, and for each station, a clinical case is prepared in a format the student can understand. Information about the case is recorded on the front and back of the cards. The student is asked to answer, and depending on the correct step level, the student is given a negative or positive score. When the student turns the card over, they receive feedback on the question. The first student and the observer go to the first station, where the student reads the case and turns over as many cards as they want. Each card turned over is recorded. When a station is completed, the cards are rearranged to their original positions, and the student and observer move on to the next station. Another student returns with their observer to the previous station. Completion of all stations signifies completion of the exam. Conducting the traditional CORE is time-consuming and difficult. To eliminate the disadvantages of CORE and make the exam more effective, a web-based application method will be used. This will facilitate the assessment phase. The research was planned as a randomized controlled experimental study. The research question for this study was to determine the effectiveness of the digital CORE application on health diagnostic skills. Additionally, the relationships between the digital CORE application and demographic variables will be examined. The findings will be discussed with the contribution of literature, and recommendations for further research will be presented. The findings will provide insights into the variables associated with the digital CORE application, skill effectiveness, and achievement.
NCT07099703
In current nursing education programs, professional values education mostly remains at a theoretical level; students' internalization of these values and reflection of them in their behavior is limited. Ahilik is a historical system based on ethical principles, professional responsibility, and a sense of service to society. The aim of this study is to experimentally evaluate the effect of Ahilik-based education on the professional values of nursing students. Hypotheses H0: There is no significant difference between the professional values of nursing students who receive Ahilik education and those who do not. H1: The professional values of nursing students who receive Ahilik education are significantly different from those who do not.
NCT07092956
This study aims to evaluate the effect of financial literacy education on financial literacy levels and future anxiety among senior-year nursing students. The research will be conducted at the University of Health Sciences, Gülhane Faculty of Nursing, using a randomized controlled trial design with pre-test and post-test measures. Participants will be selected from fourth-year nursing students enrolled in the 2024-2025 academic year. The intervention group will receive financial literacy training delivered by an expert in economics. The study will use the Financial Literacy Behavior and Attitude Scale and the Future Anxiety Scale for University Students to assess outcomes. The effectiveness of the training will be evaluated by comparing pre- and post-intervention data.