Exploring the Well-Being, Adaptability, and Sense of Belonging of Undergraduate Nursing Students During the Transition From Simulation to Clinical Practice: Protocol for a Scoping Review

Key Points

• Clarifies the psychosocial dimensions affecting nursing students during their transition to clinical practice, and identifies gaps in current knowledge.
• Key focus includes well-being, adaptability, and sense of belonging as crucial factors for a smooth transition from simulation to real-world clinical settings.
• Scoping review protocol designed to inform educational strategies in undergraduate nursing programs, aiming for better learner-centered approaches.
• Highlights the necessity for comprehensive support systems to enhance nursing students' experiences during this critical transition period.