Virtual reality could make hand hygiene stick

NCT ID NCT06788405

First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether adding a virtual reality (VR) simulation to standard hand hygiene training helps nurses learn and apply better handwashing practices. Nurses in the study either receive standard training alone or standard training plus an immersive VR experience where they practice hand hygiene in simulated clinical scenarios. Researchers then measure changes in hand hygiene knowledge, attitudes, and observed compliance to see if VR makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Virtual reality (VR) hand hygiene simulation
What this could lead to
If effective, VR simulation could become a standard tool in nursing education, improving hand hygiene and reducing hospital-acquired infections.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study. The VR effect may be short-lived or not translate to real-world compliance, and some nurses may not tolerate the headset.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Aşkin Selvi

    Istanbul, Avcılar, 34320, Turkey (Türkiye)

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