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A Randomized Trial of Multiple-Patient Simulation Preparation to Improve Novice Nurses’ Competence and Self-Efficacy

Abstract AIM The purpose of the study was to determine best practices for multiple-patient simulation (MPS) preparation and frequency to improve behavioral performance in nursing students. BACKGROUND MPS provides a safe environment for novice nurses to practice priority setting, delegation, and multitasking, but evidence for best practices is needed. METHOD A multisite, blinded, randomized trial was conducted to evaluate the effect of three simulation preparation methods (expert modeling, voice-over PowerPoint, and reading assignments) on students’ competence and self-efficacy for providing care to multiple patients in the simulation lab. Participants (n = 73) were enrolled in capstone clinical courses at two schools of nursing. RESULTS Though there was no difference in raw change in competence score among the study groups, there was a statistically significant difference in pretest and posttest scores. The change in self-efficacy did not correlate with the change in competence. CONCLUSION These findings will help educators understand how novice nurses benefit from repeated MPS activities.