Quasi-experimental study compares peer education and video podcasts on tracheal intubation skills among nursing students, suggesting active methods are more effective.
BACKGROUND: Proficiency in tracheal intubation is a crucial skill for nursing students, directly impacting patient outcomes in critical care settings. This study aimed to compare the efficacy of peer education versus educational video podcasts in enhancing tracheal intubation proficiency among undergraduate nursing students. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This quasi-experimental study was conducted from January 6, 2024, to March 26, 2024, at Sajjadieh Torbat Jam Hospital. The study included 60 undergraduate nursing students, randomly assigned to two groups: peer education ( n = 30) and educational video podcast ( n = 30). Pre- and post-intervention assessments were performed using a standardized performance checklist based on Miller’s Anesthesia book, which evaluated ventilation, laryngoscopy, and tracheal intubation skills (score range: 0–10). Both groups received identical educational content on tracheal intubation techniques. One group received peer education, while the other viewed an educational video podcast. RESULTS: The participants’ mean age was 22.43 ± 2.03 years, with a gender distribution of 55.2% male and 44.8% female. There were no significant differences in demographic characteristics between the Peer Education and Educational Clip groups ( P > 0.05). Both interventions resulted in significant improvements in tracheal tube placement proficiency: Peer Education Group ( P < 0.001); and Educational Clip Group ( P < 0.001). In the Peer Education Group, the median score increased by 6 (Interquartile Range (IQR): 3), while in the Educational Clip Group, the median score increased by 5 (IQR: 3) ( P = 0.020). Multivariable regression analysis identified significant predictors of post-test performance: pretest scores (B = 0.382, P < 0.001) and group type (B = -1.02 for the Educational Clip Group compared to the Peer Education Group, P = 0.016). CONCLUSION: Both peer education and educational video podcasts significantly improved tracheal intubation proficiency among undergraduate nursing students. However, peer education showed a slightly greater improvement in performance compared to the educational video podcast. These results emphasize the effectiveness of active learning methods, particularly peer education, in enhancing clinical skills in nursing education.
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