Simulated NICU scenarios could ease student Nurses' stress and boost confidence

NCT ID NCT07653308

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a short, high-fidelity simulation training for third-year nursing students that mimics a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) scenario. The training includes communication with a new mother, a newborn emergency, and support for breastfeeding. Researchers measure students' stress, learning satisfaction, self-confidence, and overall learning experience before and after the simulation, and also interview them to gather deeper insights.

What this could mean

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Active substance

NICU scenario-based simulation training

What this could lead to

If effective, this training approach could be adopted in nursing schools to better prepare students for stressful neonatal intensive care situations.

What could go wrong

This is a small, single-site study with only 18 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It measures short-term effects, not long-term clinical impact.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Atılım University Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing Simulation Laboratory

    Ankara, 06830, Turkey (Türkiye)