The effectiveness of virtual simulation in improving knowledge, skill, affective outcomes, and satisfaction among nursing students during infectious disease nursing: A single-group pretest-posttest design

Key Points

• Improved knowledge and skills were observed in nursing students after utilizing virtual simulation.
• Key metrics indicated a significant increase in affective outcomes and student satisfaction post-intervention.
• Observational analysis using a single-group pretest-posttest design revealed positive educational impacts.
• The findings suggest that virtual simulation may enhance nursing education, but further studies are needed to confirm these benefits.