Quantitative assessment revealed significant improvements in pediatric advanced life support skills and knowledge among nursing students, indicating the training's effectiveness.
Key Points
Significant improvement in mean knowledge score from 7.15 to 15.50 in the experimental group, indicating enhanced understanding of pediatric advanced life support.
The experimental group showed a mean skills score increase from 3.20 to 20.78 after receiving simulation-based training, while control group scores remained unchanged.
Quantitative pre-test/post-test control group design was utilized, involving 80 B.Sc. nursing students, with half receiving training.
Integration of simulation-based pediatric advanced life support training into nursing curricula may enhance the preparedness of nursing students for pediatric emergencies.