Can virtual simulations reduce hidden bias in nursing?

NCT ID NCT07095335

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Queen's University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a training program called A-CHARM helps nursing students and clinical faculty recognize and address racism and hidden bias in hospital settings. Participants complete an education session and a virtual simulation, then fill out questionnaires to measure changes in cultural humility and awareness. The goal is to see if this approach is acceptable, usable, and effective in promoting more equitable care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: education intervention A-CHARM (didactic education plus virtual simulation)
What this could lead to: If effective, this training could become a model for reducing bias and improving cultural humility in healthcare education.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage, single-site study with no control group, so results may not apply broadly. The training's real-world impact on patient care is not yet measured.

This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for IMPLICIT BIAS are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Bias, Implicit Racism

As listed by the trial registrant

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

IMPLICIT BIAS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Queen's University

Kingston, Ontario, K7L 2N6, Canada

More trials for these conditions

Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.