Exploring school nurses' experiences of a metaverse-based infectious disease simulation training: qualitative study | Synapse
March 26, 2026Open Access
Exploring school nurses' experiences of a metaverse-based infectious disease simulation training: qualitative study
Key Points
The study aims to explore school nurses' experiences with metaverse-based infectious disease simulation training.
Qualitative design to gather personal experiences of school nurses
In-depth interviews conducted with school personnel
Analysis focused on perceptions of simulation training effectiveness
Participants reported enhanced understanding of infectious disease management
Identified challenges related to infrastructure support
Highlighted benefits of immersive training in real-world scenarios
Abstract
MBST shows strong potential to improve infectious disease preparedness among school nurses and other school personnel, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure and support.