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New study tests virtual reality vs. Role-Play to boost Nurses' empathy for disabled patients
NCT ID NCT07609238
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at two different training programs—one using actors and one using virtual reality—to see which better helps nursing students understand and care for people with disabilities. About 66 nursing students will take part. The goal is to improve their awareness, attitudes, and empathy so they can provide better healthcare to everyone.
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 66 people
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- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Jun 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Must be a 3rd or 4th-year student in the Department of Nursing at Başkent University. * Must be willing to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Any kind of disability. * A visually-related problem
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