Escape Room Simulation vs Case-Based Learning for Vital Sign Measurement in Nursing Students

This study compares two teaching methods for helping first-year nursing students learn how to select the correct anatomical site for vital sign measurement in different clinical conditions. Students will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: an escape room simulation group or a case-based learning group. Both groups will receive the same clinical content. Knowledge levels and anxiety will be measured before and after the intervention. Students in the escape room group will also complete scales measuring their gaming experience and satisfaction with learning. Additionally, focus group interviews will be conducted with escape room participants to explore their learning experiences in depth. The study uses a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design.

NCT Number	NCT07488390
Lead Sponsor	Acibadem University
Conditions	Nursing Education, Vital Signs, Simulation Based Learning
Enrollment	45 participants
Start Date	2026-01-01
Primary Completion	2026-03-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-12-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-03-23