Abstract:

Objective To Integrate Kolb’s experiential learning theory with integrated teaching in critical nursing education for master of nursing specialist（MNS） students，conduct an exploratory and small sample pilot study to verify the short-term effectiveness and operability of the teaching program. Methods Using the nominal group technique，a framework for an integrated clinical teaching program of critical care based on Kolb’s experiential learning theory was developed，four learning phases included experiential perception，reflective observation，abstract conceptualization，and active experimentation. Experts in nursing postgraduate education，critical care clinical nursing teaching and clinical nursing were invited to conduct 2 rounds of Delphi expert consultation for constructing integrated training contents covering five critical care modules. The teaching program was applied in the training of critical care nursing skills for 18 MNS students. Mini-clinical Evaluation Exercise（Mini-CEX），Learning Motivation Assessment Scale，and Satisfaction Questionnaire were used to assess the short-term effectiveness and feasibility. Results The Mini-CEX score for MNS students before training was （3.17±0.65） points，and the Learning Motivation Assessment Scale score was（120.61±17.10） points. After the training，the Mini-CEX score was（6.00±0.55） points，and the Learning Motivation Assessment Scale score was （139.22±7.10） points. The differences in scores before and after the training were statistically significant （both P<0.01）. The overall satisfaction rate of MNS students with this teaching program was 96.67%. Conclusion The integrated critical care nursing teaching program，guided by Kolb’s experiential learning theory，demonstrates scientific rigor and feasibility. It effectively enhances MNS students’ self-directed learning abilities，and help train their critical care specialty skills.

Key words: Master of Nursing Specialist, Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory, Integrated Teaching, Critical Care Nursing Competency, Nursing Education