Application of mind mapping in combination with scenario simulation teaching based on symptom management theory in geriatric symptom nursing education

Xiaopeng HUO; Xiaoxue LI; Zhen LI; Lin BO; Hongdi DU

ABSTRACT

Objective:

To evaluate the application of mind mapping in combination with scenario simulation teaching based on symptom management theory (SMT) in geriatric symptom nursing education, and to provide a basis for improving the quality of geriatric symptom nursing education.

Methods:

A total of 80 nursing students who interned in the Department of Geriatric Medicine of Peking Union Medical College Hospital from August 2022 to April 2023 were included in the study. They were divided into control group and experimental group according to the order of enrollment, with 40 students in each group. The control group employed traditional teaching methods, while the experimental group implemented a method of mind mapping in combination with scenario simulation teaching based on SMT. The general data, training assessment results, and teaching quality satisfaction were compared and analyzed between the two groups. SPSS 22.0 statistical software was used for t-test and chi-square test.

Results:

There were no significant differences between the two groups in general data such as age, gender, educational background, academic performance, and school of study. The experimental group showed higher scores in geriatric symptom nursing theory assessment [(86.57±8.41) vs. (80.83±9.16), P=0.018] and comprehensive skill assessment [(91.26±7.29) vs. (81.92±8.64), P<0.001], as compared with the control group. The experimental group also showed higher scores in teaching process [(24.52±1.56) vs. (20.18±0.98), P<0.001], teaching methods [(24.49±1.72) vs. (20.65±1.02), P<0.001], teaching effectiveness [(24.35±1.19) vs. (20.01±0.86), P<0.001], teaching content [(24.31±1.83) vs. (20.27±1.21), P<0.001], and overall satisfaction [(97.67±2.80) vs. (81.11±2.53), P<0.001].

Conclusions:

The method of mind mapping in combination with scenario simulation teaching based on SMT has a significant positive effect on geriatric symptom nursing education. This method can improve the theoretical and comprehensive skill levels as well as the teaching quality satisfaction of nursing interns.