Stress and Satisfaction from Simulation-based Practice and Clinical Practice on High-risk Newborn Nursing

Purpose The purpose of this study was to compare practice stress and practice satisfaction between clinical practice and simulation-based practice groups. Methods A total of 159 nursing students (85 in the simulation group and 74 in the NICU group) participated in the study. Research tools measuring practice stress and practice satisfaction were used. Data was analyzed utilizing a t-test, Mann Whitney U-test, and descriptive statistics. Results The simulation group showed a lower level of practice stress(practice instruction, practice evaluation, interpersonal relationship) a higher level of practice satisfaction compared with the NICU group. Conclusion Simulation-based practice is an effective learning method for high-risk newborn nursing and can be used as an alternative to clinical practice.