Puzzle power: crosswords may boost nursing Students' injection skills
NCT ID NCT07492017
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether solving crossword puzzles helps nursing students learn how to give intramuscular injections. 140 students took part, with some solving puzzles about the skill before practicing. Researchers measured their motivation, mental effort, and skill performance. The goal was to see if this simple, active learning tool makes a difference.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- crossword puzzles
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, fun way to help nursing students learn complex skills more easily.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with no phase, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is very low-risk but also low-impact.
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Locations
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Trakya University
Edirne, Edirne, 22030, Turkey (Türkiye)