The effects of 3D virtual cadaver simulation on confidence, achievement, and satisfaction among first-year nursing students: A randomized controlled trial

IF 2.4 3区医学 Q1 NURSING

Clinical Simulation in Nursing Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-02-18 DOI:10.1016/j.ecns.2025.101902

Hyeongyeong Yoon PhD, RN

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Abstract

Background

Anatomy is a core subject in nursing education, yet its complexity often challenges first-year students. Visualization-based approaches, such as 3D virtual cadaver simulation, may enhance learning outcomes.

Methods

A randomized controlled pretest–posttest design was used. The experimental group participated in 2-hour 3D virtual cadaver simulation sessions weekly for five weeks, while the control group received conventional instruction. Academic confidence and perceived academic achievement were measured before and after the intervention, and learning satisfaction was assessed post-intervention.

Results

The experimental group showed significantly greater improvements in academic confidence and academic achievement than the control group, as well as higher learning satisfaction.

Conclusion

3D virtual cadaver simulation effectively enhanced academic confidence, achievement, and learning satisfaction in nursing students.

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三维虚拟尸体模拟对一年级护生信心、成就和满意度的影响：一项随机对照试验

解剖学是护理教育的核心学科，但其复杂性往往给一年级学生带来挑战。基于可视化的方法，如3D虚拟尸体模拟，可能会提高学习效果。方法采用随机对照前测后测设计。实验组每周进行2小时的三维虚拟尸体模拟，为期5周，对照组接受常规教学。干预前后分别测量学业自信和学业成就，干预后评估学习满意度。结果实验组学生在学业自信、学业成绩、学习满意度等方面均显著高于对照组。结论三维虚拟尸体仿真能有效提高护生的学习信心、学习成绩和学习满意度。

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来源期刊

Clinical Simulation in Nursing NURSING-

CiteScore

5.50

自引率

15.40%

发文量

107

期刊介绍： Clinical Simulation in Nursing is an international, peer reviewed journal published online monthly. Clinical Simulation in Nursing is the official journal of the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation & Learning (INACSL) and reflects its mission to advance the science of healthcare simulation. We will review and accept articles from other health provider disciplines, if they are determined to be of interest to our readership. The journal accepts manuscripts meeting one or more of the following criteria: Research articles and literature reviews (e.g. systematic, scoping, umbrella, integrative, etc.) about simulation Innovative teaching/learning strategies using simulation Articles updating guidelines, regulations, and legislative policies that impact simulation Leadership for simulation Simulation operations Clinical and academic uses of simulation.