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NCT Number: NCT07670351

Blended Learning for Psychosocial Nursing Diagnoses

The nursing process is a systematic approach forming the basis of professional nursing care. Literature indicates that nursing students experience the most difficulty in determining nursing diagnoses, often focusing predominantly on physical needs while neglecting psychosocial, social, and spiritual dimensions. This situation limits the effective implementation of holistic care. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of a case-based blended learning approach developed for nursing students on their knowledge levels and skills in differentiating, correlating, and accurately expressing psychosocial nursing diagnoses. It is anticipated that the findings obtained will contribute to enriching the content of nursing curricula and improving instructional methods.

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Key information

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Yalova University, Faculty of Health Sciences

Yalova, 77200, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location status: Recruiting

Location contact

Esra Baysak, MSc Student

CONTACT

[email protected]

+905464019654

About this study

This randomized controlled trial is designed to determine the impact of a structured, model-based blended learning education program on nursing students' competencies in identifying psychosocial nursing diagnoses based on clinical data, prioritizing these diagnoses, and justifying them according to nursing terminology.

The educational content is planned as a total of three sessions. Utilizing a case-based approach, the curriculum will address:

  • Sexuality and body image based on the PLISSIT (The PLISSIT Model of Sex Therapy) model,
  • Spirituality and hopelessness based on the FICA (The FICA Spiritual History Tool) model,
  • Social isolation and role performance based on Gordon's Functional Health Patterns Model,
  • Loss, death, and the grieving process based on the Kübler-Ross model.

The educational process will be conducted in line with a blended learning approach, combining traditional face-to-face education methods with digital learning environments and interactive video-supported learning materials. This approach aims to provide students with flexibility in accessing information, support different learning styles, and reinforce the learning process through instant feedback. The study aims to strengthen students' competencies in analyzing underlying psychosocial needs from a holistic perspective and reflecting these assessments in care plans.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Being enrolled as a nursing student at the institution where the research is conducted
  • Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion criteria

  • Refusing to participate in the study

Treatment and study plan

Case-Based Blended Learning Module

Behavioral

A educational program consisting of three sessions using interactive video-supported learning materials (H5P) and case studies focused on psychosocial nursing diagnoses.

Primary outcomes

  1. Psychosocial Nursing Diagnosis Information Form

    Time frame: Baseline (pre-test) and post-test upon completion of the 4-week education module

    Knowledge levels will be evaluated using the "Psychosocial Nursing Diagnoses Knowledge Form" developed by the researchers. It consists of 20 questions regarding the definition, defining characteristics, and related factors of psychosocial nursing diagnoses. Higher scores indicate a higher level of theoretical knowledge.

  2. Psychosocial Nursing Diagnostic Skills Form

    Time frame: Baseline (pre-test) and post-test upon completion of the 4-week education module

    Diagnostic skills will be evaluated using the "Psychosocial Nursing Diagnoses Skill Form" developed by the researchers. It consists of 4 case studies and 20 questions aimed at identifying specific psychosocial nursing diagnoses. Higher scores indicate a higher level of practical diagnostic skill and competency.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Perception of Nursing Diagnoses Scale Score

    Time frame: Baseline (pre-test) and post-test upon completion of the 4-week education module

    Perceptions regarding nursing diagnoses will be evaluated using the "Perception of Nursing Diagnoses Scale". It consists of 30 items across four sub-dimensions, rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1=Strongly disagree, 5=Strongly agree). The final score is calculated by dividing the total score by the number of items, resulting in a score ranging from 1 to 5. Lower scores indicate a more positive perception of nursing diagnoses.

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Esra Baysak, MSc Student

CONTACT

[email protected]

+905464019654

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Yalova

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of Blended Learning Approach on Psychosocial Nursing Diagnoses in Nursing Students: A Randomized Controlled Study

Important dates

Study start
2026
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2027
First posted
Jun 26, 2026
Registry last updated
Jun 26, 2026

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