“Playing with Surgical Instruments (PlaSurIn)” game to train operating room novices how to set up basic surgical instruments: A validation study

Nasiri, Morteza; Eslami, Jamshid; Rashidi, Neda; Paim, Crislaine Pires Padilha; Akbari, F A; Torabizadeh, Camellia; Havaeji, Fahimeh Sadat; Goldmeier, Sílvia; Abbasi, Mohammad

doi:10.1016/j.nedt.2021.105047

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“…Recent studies [3] indicate that learning spaces in which ALTs are used guide the development of active learning strategies and positive emotions in students. Specifically, within ALT, the use of game-based training [4] stands out; specifically, it is being used with great acceptance in the 2 of 18 higher education stage in health sciences degrees. One of the reasons is related to the need for students of these disciplines to acquire skills focused on clinical practice.…”

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Usefulness of Digital Game-Based Learning in Nursing and Occupational Therapy Degrees: A Comparative Study at the University of Burgos

Manzanares

Martín

Alonso-Martínez

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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Teaching in higher education in the 21st century is moving towards e-Learning or b-Learning teaching models. This situation has increased due to the SARS CoV-2 health crisis. Therefore, teaching–learning models must be based on the use of active methodologies that facilitate students’ motivation to work in learning management systems (LMS). One of the most current resources is the digital game-based learning (DGBL) use, specifically in health sciences degrees (e.g., nursing). In this study, we worked with 225 third-year students of degrees in nursing (ND) and occupational therapy (OTD). The objectives were (1) to find out if there were significant differences between students who had worked with DGBL techniques vs. those who had not, and (2) to find out if there were significant differences depending on the type of degree (ND vs. OTD) regarding access to the LMS, learning outcomes and students’ satisfaction with teachers’ performance. A mixed-method research approach was applied. In the quantitative study, significant differences were found in the accesses to the LMS in favor of the groups that had worked with DGBL techniques. Significant differences were also found in ND students with respect to learning outcomes in the group that worked with DGBL. Regarding the results of the qualitative study, differences were found in the frequency of interaction and in the preference of DGBL activities depending on the type of degree. Further studies will investigate the possible causes of these differences.

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Usefulness of Digital Game-Based Learning in Nursing and Occupational Therapy Degrees: A Comparative Study at the University of Burgos

Manzanares

Martín

Alonso-Martínez

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“…In this regard, different types of games have been introduced in nursing and medical training such as “Playing with Tweezers” [ 9 ], “Play and Learn for Surgeons” [ 10 ], “PeriopSim™ instrument trainer” [ 11 ], and “Nintendo Wii U™” [ 12 – 14 ]. Recently, a serious game called “Playing with Surgical Instruments (PlaSurIn)” was developed for OR novices to set up basic surgical instruments on the Mayo stand or a back table at the commencement of minor general surgeries [ 15 ]. The “PlaSurIn” is an English computer-based game adapted from a Portuguese game called the “Playing with Tweezers” through a rigorous modification approach and validation process [ 9 , 15 ].…”

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“…Recently, a serious game called “Playing with Surgical Instruments (PlaSurIn)” was developed for OR novices to set up basic surgical instruments on the Mayo stand or a back table at the commencement of minor general surgeries [ 15 ]. The “PlaSurIn” is an English computer-based game adapted from a Portuguese game called the “Playing with Tweezers” through a rigorous modification approach and validation process [ 9 , 15 ]. The “PlaSurIn” has a “main menu” containing three main options on the right side, namely “virtual mode,” “learning mode,” and “assessment mode” (Fig.…”

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“…Trainees must reach the appropriate level of 70% regarding the correct positions of the instruments in each attempt; otherwise, they should repeat the game whenever they wish to promote their performance (Fig. 3 ) [ 15 ].

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“…Many studies also indicated that games were more effective in improving the trainees’ knowledge and performance [ 16 ]. Although the “PlaSurIn” game has been validated, the effects of playing with this game compared to other training methods on learning outcomes have not been evaluated [ 15 ]. Considering the importance of comparative studies for drawing evidence-based conclusions regarding the superiority of serious games over other types of training strategies, the present study aims to compare the effects of virtual training by the “ PlaSurIn” game and the lecture on surgical instruments setup knowledge and performance amongst second-semester undergraduate OR technology students.…”

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Comparison of the effects of virtual training by serious game and lecture on operating room novices’ knowledge and performance about surgical instruments setup: a multi-center, two-arm study

Akbari¹,

Nasiri

Rashidi

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BMC Med Educ

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Background Game-based training is increasingly implemented in different nursing fields, as it allows students to learn experientially, with the flexibility to regulate their training based on their personal progresses and abilities. This study aimed to compare the effects of virtual training by the “Playing with Surgical Instruments (PlaSurIn)” game and the lecture on the surgical instruments setup knowledge and performance of Operating Room (OR) novices. Methods This study was conducted on 51 s-semester undergraduate OR technology students taking the course “An Introduction to Surgical Instruments and Equipment.” An additional virtual training session was held via a learning management system using two different methods. The students of the Game Training Group (GTG, n = 27) played individually with the “PlaSurIn” game during a week, while the students of the Lecture Training Group (LTG, n = 24) received the lecture-based training during a week. To measure knowledge, all the students participated in a theoretical test with 10 multiple-choice questions before and immediately after the training. They also participated in an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) after the training, and their performance was evaluated by the remained time for setup completion and the scores, errors, and bonuses. Results The mean score of the theoretical test was significantly higher in the GTG than in the LTG after the training (p = 0.040). Additionally, the GTG participants had higher scores (p = 0.016), fewer errors (p = 0.001), and higher bonuses (p = 0.011) compared to the LTG ones. The remained time for setup completion was also significantly longer in the GTG than in the LTG (p < 0.001). Conclusion Virtual training by “PlaSurIn” was superior to the lecture-based method for the enhancement of surgical instruments setup knowledge and performance amongst OR novices.

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The effect of a serious game-based web application on stoma care education for nursing students: A randomized controlled trial

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2024

Teaching and Learning in Nursing

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“Playing with Surgical Instruments (PlaSurIn)” game to train operating room novices how to set up basic surgical instruments: A validation study

Cited by 8 publications

References 21 publications

Usefulness of Digital Game-Based Learning in Nursing and Occupational Therapy Degrees: A Comparative Study at the University of Burgos

Usefulness of Digital Game-Based Learning in Nursing and Occupational Therapy Degrees: A Comparative Study at the University of Burgos

Comparison of the effects of virtual training by serious game and lecture on operating room novices’ knowledge and performance about surgical instruments setup: a multi-center, two-arm study

The effect of a serious game-based web application on stoma care education for nursing students: A randomized controlled trial

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