J Korean Acad Soc Nurs Educ.  2019 Aug;25(3):300-311. 10.5977/jkasne.2019.25.3.300.

Learning Experience of Undergraduate Nursing Students in Simulation: A Meta-synthesis and Meta-ethnography Study

• Lee J
• Jeon J
• Kim S

• KMID: 2457633
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.5977/jkasne.2019.25.3.300

Abstract

PURPOSE
The purpose of this study was to review and synthesize the existing literature on the experience of nursing students in simulation.
METHODS
A systematic review was undertaken using meta-ethnography. Eight databases were searched up to January 2014 for peer-reviewed studies, written in Korean and English, that reported primary data, used identifiable and interpretative qualitative methods, and offered a valuable contribution to the synthesis.
RESULTS
Nine studies were identified, with quality appraisal undertaken. Three key concepts were generated: ambivalence of simulation practice, learning by reflection, and building up of the competency as a future nurse. Six sub-concepts emerged: double sidedness of simulation setting; feeling ambivalence of simulation; learning from others; learning from self-reflection; improvement of confidence by role experience; and internalization of nursing knowledge. A line of argument has been developed based on the themes generated.
CONCLUSION
The findings from this qualitative synthesis and other related literature indicated the importance of capability of educator and extension of the simulation system to facilitate effective simulation-based education.

Keyword

Nursing students; Simulation; Learning; Experience; Meta-synthesis

MeSH Terms

Education
Humans
Learning*
Nursing*
Students, Nursing*