An Assessment of Nursing Students' Confidence in Performing Clinical Procedures After Simulation-Based Training in Federal Medical Centre, Asaba
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Background of the Study
Simulation-based training has become an integral part of nursing education, allowing students to practice clinical skills in a safe, controlled environment before interacting with real patients. Simulation enables nursing students to gain hands-on experience without the risks associated with performing procedures on actual patients. It also provides an opportunity for students to enhance their clinical reasoning, communication, and decision-making abilities (Parker et al., 2025).
Research shows that simulation-based training improves nursing students’ confidence and competence in performing clinical procedures (Foronda et al., 2023). By replicating realistic clinical scenarios, students can rehearse tasks such as administering medications, inserting IVs, and conducting assessments, with immediate feedback from instructors. At Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, nursing students have access to various simulation-based training modules designed to improve their procedural skills and clinical confidence. Despite the growing use of simulation, it is unclear how this type of training influences the confidence of nursing students in their ability to perform clinical procedures. This study seeks to assess the impact of simulation-based training on nursing students' confidence in performing clinical procedures at Federal Medical Centre, Asaba.
Statement of the Problem
Although simulation-based training has been widely adopted in nursing education, its impact on students' confidence in performing clinical procedures remains inadequately explored, especially within the Nigerian context. In Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, there is a need to evaluate how effectively simulation training boosts students' self-assurance and competence in performing practical tasks. Without this understanding, educators may miss the opportunity to refine training methods or identify gaps in the simulation process that could hinder student progress in gaining confidence.
Objectives of the Study
1. To assess the level of confidence nursing students have in performing clinical procedures after simulation-based training at Federal Medical Centre, Asaba.
2. To identify which clinical procedures nursing students feel most and least confident performing following simulation-based training.
3. To explore the factors that influence nursing students' confidence in performing clinical procedures after simulation-based training.
Research Questions
1. How does simulation-based training impact nursing students' confidence in performing clinical procedures at Federal Medical Centre, Asaba?
2. Which clinical procedures do nursing students feel most confident performing after simulation-based training?
3. What factors contribute to nursing students' confidence in performing clinical procedures post-simulation training?
Research Hypotheses
1. Simulation-based training significantly increases nursing students' confidence in performing clinical procedures at Federal Medical Centre, Asaba.
2. Nursing students feel more confident performing specific procedures that are included in the simulation-based training modules.
3. Factors such as the frequency of simulation practice and feedback from instructors significantly influence nursing students’ confidence in performing clinical procedures.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on nursing students at Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, who have participated in simulation-based training. The results may not be applicable to all nursing schools or healthcare settings with differing training resources. Additionally, the study relies on self-reported data about student confidence, which may be influenced by subjective bias or recall limitations. The study’s scope is restricted to assessing procedural confidence and does not extend to broader clinical competencies.
Definitions of Terms
• Simulation-Based Training: A method of education that replicates real-life clinical scenarios using manikins, virtual environments, or role-playing to enhance student learning and skill development.
• Clinical Procedures: Practical tasks in nursing, such as taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing physical assessments, which require technical skills and knowledge.
• Confidence: The belief in one’s ability to perform clinical procedures competently and safely in real-world healthcare settings.
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