Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Teaching and Learning in Nursing, 2026 (ESCI, Scopus)
BackgroundSimulation occupies a pivotal role in nursing education, serving as a cornerstone for bridging theoretical knowledge with clinical competence. Its significance becomes even more pronounced in the context of disasters.AimTo explore nursing students’ experiences with the use of an earthquake simulator as part of disaster preparedness training.MethodDesigned as a descriptive qualitative study, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 15 nursing students. A thematic analysis approach was employed to identify recurring patterns and insights emerging from the participants’ narratives.ResultsThree main themes and their subthemes were identified: (1) Sharing experiences, with subthemes reflecting the pre-simulation, during-simulation, and post-simulation stages; (2) Gains, including subthemes of knowledge and skills, preparedness awareness, and emotional awareness; and (3) Future expectations, encompassing subthemes such as the need for continuous training, emotional readiness, and preparedness for real earthquakes.ConclusionFuture studies may investigate the real-world effects of earthquake simulation-based training and evaluate strategies aimed at enhancing students’ emotional readiness for actual disaster situations.