Peer-Learning Versus Physician-Led POCUS Training for Nurse Practitioners in Integrative Volume Status Assessment
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Conditions studied: Physician-led Versus Peer NP-led POCUS Training
In brief
This study aims to develop and evaluate a peer-led training program specifically designed for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to acquire Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) skills. POCUS, known for its non-invasive nature and real-time imaging capability, has been widely applied in clinical fluid status assessment and plays a pivotal role in enhancing diagnostic efficiency and quality of care. However, current POCUS training resources for NPs in Taiwan remain insufficient, limiting their clinical application and professional visibility. Using a quasi-experimental design, this study investigates the effectiveness of peer-led instruction in strengthening image interpretation, clinical reasoning, and self-efficacy among NPs. The ultimate goal is to establish an evidence-based, nursing-oriented POCUS education model to fill existing gaps in the training system and elevate the role of NPs in multidisciplinary care.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07660016
- Run by
- National Taiwan University Hospital
- People needed
- 60
- Starts
- 2026-08-02
- Expected to finish
- 2026-11-30
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-06-22
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 99. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Participants aged 18 years or older. Licensed nurse practitioners or nurse practitioner trainees currently enrolled in an accredited nurse practitioner training program.
- Able to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent. Able to participate in the complete training program and study assessments, including baseline, post-training, and 1-month follow-up assessments.
- No prior formal POCUS training, or only limited basic exposure without systematic training experience.
You may not qualify if…
- Participants who have previously completed a formal point-of-care ultrasound training program.
- Participants who are unable to complete the full training program or study assessment procedures.
Where it is running
- National Taiwan University Hospital — Taipei, Taipei, Taiwan
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