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NCT Number: NCT07788495

The Effect of Simulation-Based Oxytocin Induction Training on Midwifery Students' Knowledge and Anxiety Levels

This randomized controlled study was conducted to evaluate the effect of simulation-based oxytocin induction training on midwifery students' knowledge and anxiety levels. The study population consisted of third-year midwifery students enrolled in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Istanbul Medipol University during the spring semester of the 2024-2025 academic year. Eligible students who volunteered to participate were randomly assigned to an intervention group or a control group. Both groups received theoretical training on oxytocin induction management. In addition to the theoretical training, the intervention group received simulation-based oxytocin induction training using a high-fidelity simulator and a standardized patient. Data were collected between April and May 2025 using the Introductory Information Form, Oxytocin Induction Knowledge Assessment Form, Objective Structured Clinical Evaluation Form, State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, Simulation Design Scale, Student Satisfaction and Self-Confidence in Learning Scale, and Educational Practices Questionnaire.

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Key information

Conditions

Simulation-based Midwifery Education Anxiety Disorders Mental Disorders Oxytocin Induction

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Istanbul Medipol University, Faculty of Health Sciences

Istanbul, Beykoz, 34810, Turkey (Türkiye)

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Being enrolled as a third-year undergraduate student in the Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Istanbul Medipol University, during the spring semester of the 2024-2025 academic year
  • Having successfully completed the Childbirth and Postpartum Period course
  • Having successfully completed the Childbirth and Postpartum Period Clinical Practice course
  • Having a cumulative grade point average of 2.70 or higher
  • Volunteering to participate in the study
  • Providing written and verbal informed consent

Exclusion criteria

  • Not meeting one or more of the inclusion criteria
  • Declining to participate in the study
  • Not providing written or verbal informed consent

Treatment and study plan

Theoretical Training on Oxytocin Induction

Behavioral

Participants received theoretical training covering the principles and clinical management of oxytocin induction.

Simulation-Based Oxytocin Induction Training

Behavioral

Following the theoretical training, participants in the intervention group received simulation-based training on oxytocin induction management using a high-fidelity simulator and a standardized patient.

Primary outcomes

  1. Change in Oxytocin Induction Knowledge Score

    Time frame: At baseline, before theoretical training, and 5 weeks after theoretical training

    Knowledge of oxytocin induction was assessed using the 28-item Oxytocin Induction Knowledge Assessment Form. Each item was answered as "True," "False," or "I do not know." Correct answers were scored as 1, while incorrect answers and "I do not know" responses were scored as 0. The total score ranged from 0 to 28, with higher scores indicating a higher level of knowledge regarding oxytocin induction and its management. Changes in total knowledge scores between baseline and follow-up assessments were evaluated.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Change in State Anxiety Score

    Time frame: At baseline, before theoretical training, and 5 weeks after theoretical training

    State anxiety was assessed using the State Anxiety subscale of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory. The subscale consists of 20 items and produces a total score ranging from 20 to 80, with higher scores indicating higher levels of state anxiety. The change in total state anxiety score between the assessment time points was evaluated.

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Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Melisa Gündeş

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Aug 26, 2026
Registry last updated
Aug 26, 2026

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