Moulage Technique in Child Abuse Recognition
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Conditions studied: Nursing Education, Simulation of Physical Illness, Child Physical Abuse, Suspected, Sequela
In brief
Early recognition of physical abuse in children is essential for ensuring child safety and preventing further harm. However, distinguishing abuse-related injuries from accidental findings can be challenging, especially for nursing students who have limited clinical experience. Simulation-based educational methods may provide safe and effective environments for developing these skills. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of moulage-based simulation training in improving nursing students' ability to recognize signs of physical abuse in children. The study will use a randomized controlled design in which students will be assigned to either a moulage-based simulation group or a control group receiving standard theoretical education. After a lecture on child physical abuse within the Child Health and Pediatric Nursing course, students will participate in laboratory practice sessions. The intervention group will assess a pediatric mannequin prepared with simulated abuse findings using moulage techniques. Students' knowledge and recognition of physical abuse indicators will be evaluated before and after the intervention. The study seeks to determine whether moulage-based education improves nursing students' recognition of physical abuse findings and supports the development of clinical assessment skills.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07509723
- Run by
- Atlas University
- People needed
- 70
- Starts
- 2026-04-10
- Expected to finish
- 2026-06-30
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-04-03
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 25. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Agreeing to participate in the study voluntarily
- Having completed the Child Health and Diseases course
You may not qualify if…
- Having received any education or training related to child abuse and neglect other than the Child Health and Diseases course
Where it is running
- Atlas University — Istanbul, Kağıthane, Turkey (Türkiye)
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