Effectiveness of disaster-chain scenario simulation in disaster nursing education: A three-arm randomized controlled mixed-methods trial

Key Points

• Disaster nursing education significantly improves skills through scenario simulation, enhancing preparedness.
• Participants in the intervention group showed 25% better knowledge retention compared to standard training groups.
• Mixed-methods analysis combines quantitative assessment with qualitative feedback from participants, providing a comprehensive view of training effectiveness.
• Simulation-based training can lead to improved responses during actual disaster situations, highlighting the need for such education.