Using patient actors to teach nursing students assessment skills
This study tests whether using trained actors (called standardized patients) helps first-year nursing students improve their patient assessment and diagnosis skills. It is a teaching exercise that uses realistic practice to build confidence and skills in a safe environment.
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Who can take part
- You must be a first-year nursing student.
- You need to have passed the Fundamentals of Nursing I course.
- You must be currently enrolled in the Fundamentals of Nursing II course.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You agree to take part voluntarily and be ready to complete the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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