Effects of Dementia Scenario-Based Simulation Teaching Combined With Virtual Technology Among Nursing Students

Effects of Scenario-Based Simulation Teaching Combined With Virtual Technology on Knowledge, Empathy, and Communication and Assessment Skills in Dementia Care Among Nursing Students

This study aims to evaluate the effects of scenario-based simulation teaching with virtual technology on dementia knowledge, empathy, communication, and assessment skills among nursing students.

This two-group randomised controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of scenario-based simulation teaching with virtual technology on dementia knowledge, empathy, communication, and assessment skills among nursing students.

The interventional group will receive the 5-week scenario-based simulation teaching with a virtual coach in addition to regular dementia care lectures.

The control group will receive the 5-week traditional dementia case discussions in addition to regular dementia care lectures.

Both groups will be assessed for their dementia knowledge, empathy, communication, and assessment skills at baseline, week 12, and week 18.

Inclusion Criteria:

• college nursing students with ages ranging from 18 to 40 years,
• Taiwanese nationality,
• provide informed consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• college nursing students who do not meet the inclusion criteria