Ventriloscope Simulation Stethoscope Training in PT and AT Students (VENTAS)

This longitudinal, single-cohort, within-subjects study evaluates whether sequential exposure to Ventriloscope simulation stethoscope training, delivered after traditional auscultation instruction, enhances auscultation knowledge, clinical sound recognition skill, and self-reported confidence in Physical Therapy (PT) and Athletic Training (AT) students, and whether any enhancement is retained two months after training. All participating students receive both training modalities in sequence. Knowledge, skill, and confidence are measured at five timepoints (T1-T5) across approximately five months. A qualitative component examines student perceptions of the two training modalities.

NCT Number	NCT07559422
Lead Sponsor	Youngstown State University
Conditions	Auscultation Training, Health Professions Education
Enrollment	60 participants
Start Date	2026-05-11
Primary Completion	2026-09-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-10-19 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-30