“Effectiveness of Simulation Based Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Skill on PALS among VIIth Semester BSc. Nursing Students in A Selected Nursing College at Kollam District”

Introduction: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is a critical component in managing life-threatening emergencies in children. Nursing students often have inadequate knowledge and skills in pediatric resuscitation, which can affect patient outcomes. Simulation based learning programme has been identified as an effective teaching strategy to improve competency in emergency care. The study was aimed to assess the effectiveness of Simulation based teaching programme on knowledge and skill regarding Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) among Seventh semester B.Sc. nursing students.

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