Nursing education is rapidly evolving due to changing healthcare needs and Generation Z learning preferences, which favor short, visual, and interactive methods. Innovative teaching strategies are therefore needed to improve nursing students' critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
The Pecha Kucha (PK) method is a concise, visual presentation format consisting of 20 slides shown for 20 seconds each. It has been reported to improve attention, learning motivation, and knowledge acquisition in nursing education. However, its use in teaching Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols in cardiovascular surgery has not been previously studied.
ERAS protocols are evidence-based perioperative care pathways aimed at reducing surgical stress, complications, and recovery time. Nurses play a key role in implementing these protocols, including patient education, pain management, early mobilization, nutrition, and discharge planning. However, nurses' knowledge and application of ERAS remain limited.
This study aims to evaluate the effect of ERAS education delivered via the Pecha Kucha method on nursing students' knowledge and attitudes toward evidence-based nursing. The study will contribute evidence on innovative teaching strategies in nursing education.
This experimental study will include 71 second-year nursing students at Lokman Hekim University between May 15, 2026 and May 15, 2027. Data will be analyzed using appropriate parametric or non-parametric tests depending on distribution
Be willing to participate in the study
Be a second-year student in the undergraduate Nursing Program at Lokman Hekim University
Have access to the Internet
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Educational/Behavioral
Other interventionThis intervention consists of an educational session using the Pecha Kucha presentation method focused on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols in cardiovascular surgery. The presentation includes 20 slides, each shown for 20 seconds (total 6 minutes 40 seconds), using high-quality visuals and concise content. Students in this group will receive structured training aimed at improving theoretical knowledge of cardiovascular ERAS applications and fostering positive attitudes toward evidence-based nursing practices. The session will be conducted by trained nursing faculty and students under expert supervision.
Traditional PowerPoint ERAS Education
Other interventionThis intervention consists of an educational session using the traditional PowerPoint presentation method focused on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols in cardiovascular surgery. The session includes standard slides with text and tables, covering preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative ERAS practices. Students in this group will receive structured training aimed at improving theoretical knowledge of cardiovascular ERAS applications and fostering positive attitudes toward evidence-based nursing practices. The session will be conducted by trained nursing faculty and students under expert supervision.
Primary Change in knowledge scores regarding ERAS protocols in cardiovascular surgery measured by the Cardiovascular Surgery ERAS Protocol Knowledge Test Outcome Measure
The Cardiovascular Surgery ERAS Protocol Knowledge Test will be used to assess participants' knowledge regarding ERAS protocols in cardiovascular surgery. The total score ranges from 0 to 36 , with higher scores indicating greater knowledge.
Change in attitudes toward evidence-based nursing practice measured by the Evidence-Based Nursing Attitude Scale
Attitudes toward evidence-based nursing practice will be assessed using the Evidence-Based Nursing Attitude Scale, a 15-item five-point Likert-type scale. Total scores range from 15 to 75, with higher scores indicating more positive attitudes toward evidence-based nursing practice.
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