Abstract

The importance of technological implementation in healthcare education cannot be understated when considering the enhancement of clinical proficiency and the assurance of patient safety. In the field of nursing education, the utilisation of simulation-based training has been identified as a pivotal pedagogical strategy for mitigating the discrepancy between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice. The advent of digital simulation tools has led to a re-evaluation of the efficacy of learning methods, particularly in critical skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The objective of this study is to evaluate the comparative impact of digital and non-digital basic life support learning simulators on the outcomes of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training among newly engaged nurses.

The study was conducted in 2025 with a sample of 97 nurses. Data were evaluated using descriptive statistics and paired t-tests. The study was conducted as a pilot within the scope of the EU- funded project “KA210-VET – Small- scale Partnerships in Vocational Education and Training (KA210-VET)-000175278.” Based on the 2021 American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, a CPR training module was developed. Participants underwent pre -test and post-test assessments and were evaluated through an application checklist. Two groups were formed: one received training via digital simulators, while the other used non-digital simulators. The findings indicated that the group which trained with digital basic life support simulators demonstrated significantly enhanced CPR practical skills in relation to the group which trained with nondigital simulators. Digital simulation has been demonstrated to enhance the development of clinical skills, as evidenced by an improvement in simulated patient performance. Furthermore, the utilization of digital simulation has been shown to have a positive impact on the confidence levels of the participants. The utilisation of simulation-based learning, particularly in combination with digital technologies, has been demonstrated to positively influence the development of clinical skills within the context of nursing education. The integration of digital simulators within orientation programmes has been demonstrated to have a dual impact: firstly, it has been shown to enhance CPR performance, and secondly, it has been demonstrated to provide a safe and effective learning atmosphere. It is recommended that the use of digital simulation be expanded across a range of nursing procedures. This is expected to result in further enhancement of clinical competence and patient safety.

Author(s)

Hatice ESEN KOÇ
Nazife ÖZTÜRK
Hasret DİKİCİ

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