Effect of Simulation Training on Intern Nurses’ Competence and Self-Confidence regarding Primary Postpartum Hemorrhage

Hussein Mohammed, Salma; Ahmed Hassan Omran, Amel; Abdallah Elsayed, Hend; Mohamed Salama, Amira

doi:10.21608/jnsbu.2023.308787

Effect of Simulation Training on Intern Nurses’ Competence and Self-Confidence regarding Primary Postpartum Hemorrhage

Document Type : Scientific peer reviewed journal

Authors

¹ Assistant lecturer of Obstetrics & Gynecological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Benha University

² Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Benha University

³ Assistant professor of Obstetrics & Gynecological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Benha University

10.21608/jnsbu.2023.308787

Abstract

Background: Simulation training have been recommended for promoting intern nurses’
competence in maternal care delivery. Aim: The study aimed to evaluate effect of simulation
training on intern nurses’ competence and self-confidence regarding primary postpartum
hemorrhage. Design: Quasi-experimental (pre-post design), was used to fulfill the aim of the study.
Setting: The study was conducted in the clinical obstetrics skill lab and the classroom of faculty of
Nursing at Benha University. Sample: A systematic random sample of (56) intern nurses. Tools: (I)
A self-administrated questionnaire, (II) Creighton competency evaluation instrument, (III)
observational checklists regarding primary postpartum hemorrhage, (IV) satisfaction and selfconfidence in learning scale. Results: There was a highly statistically significant improvement in
relation to all competency domains related to assessment, communication, clinical-judgment and
patient safety after simulation training than before (P ≤ 0.001). Moreover, there was a higher
satisfaction and self-confidence after simulation training than before (P ≤ 0.001). Conclusion:
Intern nurses would have higher competent level of practices, satisfaction and self-confidence after
simulation training than before. Recommendations: Implementing of periodical simulation training
programs for intern nurses to enhance competent skills for achieving advanced nursing care
regarding prevention and management of primary postpartum hemorrhage.

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