AR training boosts Nurses' wound care skills in new study
NCT ID NCT06900179
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tests whether augmented reality (AR) training can improve how oncology nurses manage malignant fungating wounds—a common, distressing complication in advanced cancer. About 188 nurses from a Taiwan hospital will use an AR program to learn wound assessment, odor control, and infection prevention. Researchers will measure changes in their knowledge and clinical reasoning before and after the training.
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Locations
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MacKay Memorial Hosital
New Taipei City, New Taipei City, 251404, Taiwan
What this could mean
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Active substance
augmented reality educational program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that AR training improves nurses' skills in managing difficult wounds, potentially leading to better patient comfort and care.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on education, not a direct treatment. Results may not apply to other hospitals or settings, and the impact on patient outcomes is not yet measured.
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