Date of Completion

2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Keywords

Nursing students, simulation training, patient safety

Abstract

Background: This study explored the perceived impact of simulation training on the patient safety practices of nursing students at DLSMHSI. It aimed to highlight the role of simulation in reducing patient safety errors during clinical exposure. Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory was used as a framework to assess its effectiveness. Methods: A descriptive analytical quantitative design was utilized to examine the impact of simulation training on the patient safety practices of nursing students. Systematic random sampling and Cochran’s formula ensured adequate representation, with third- and fourth-level students selected, using an odd-even method from class lists. Ethical principles were strictly observed throughout the execution of this study. Results: Most respondents were female third-level students who underwent simulation training 2–3 times per semester. Simulation training was perceived to have a high impact on improving patient safety practices (M = 3.77). The highest-rated areas were HAI (M = 3.86) and safe nursing practices (M = 3.84), while the lowest-rated were pressure ulcer prevention (M = 3.70) and transfusion safety (M = 3.64). No significant differences in perception were found when grouped by sex, year level, or frequency of training, as evidenced by p-values greater than 0.05 level of significance (p = 0.3742 for sex, p = 0.0856 for year level, and p = 0.0527 for frequency of simulation training per semester). Conclusion: Respondents perceived simulation training as highly effective in enhancing key patient safety areas. Hence, simulation training is affirmed as a valuable component of nursing education. Recommendations: It is recommended that nursing administrators strengthen simulation components in the curriculum and enhance realism through better equipment.

First Advisor

Nancy D. De Los Santos, RN, MAN

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