Can simulation training stop hospital falls? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07391111

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: ESRA ERTUĞRUL Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test whether using standardized patients or web-based simulations helps nursing students learn more about preventing patient falls. Researchers will measure changes in students' knowledge and attitudes about fall prevention. The study involves 81 senior nursing students at one university in Turkey. It aims to improve patient safety by better preparing future nurses.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: simulation training (standardized patient and web-based simulation)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that simulation training improves nursing students' ability to prevent patient falls, potentially reducing hospital falls.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 81 students from one university. Results may not apply to all nurses or hospitals, and it measures knowledge, not actual fall rates.

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FALL PATIENT SAFETY SIMULATION EDICATION

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Locations

Adnan Menderes University

Aydin, Turkey (Türkiye)

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