Application of virtual reality technology in nursing management: A scoping review

Abstract Aim To summarize the application of virtual reality technology in nursing management, so as to provide reference for the further development of virtual reality technology in nursing management. Design The design entails a scoping review using the methodological framework of PRISMA‐ScR. Meth...

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Main Authors: Zhenya Zou, Qian Gao, Xiaoyang Zhou, Hongxiang Duan, Jinbao Mao
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Language:English
Published: Wiley 2025-05-01
Series:Nursing Open
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/nop2.2243
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author Zhenya Zou
Qian Gao
Xiaoyang Zhou
Hongxiang Duan
Jinbao Mao
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Hongxiang Duan
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description Abstract Aim To summarize the application of virtual reality technology in nursing management, so as to provide reference for the further development of virtual reality technology in nursing management. Design The design entails a scoping review using the methodological framework of PRISMA‐ScR. Methods A literature search was conducted using combined keywords in 2 English databases (PubMed, EMBASE) and 3 Chinese databases (Chinese Journal Full‐Text Database, Wan fang Database, VIP Database for Chinese Technical Periodicals) of peer‐reviewed publications covering the dates of publication from 2001 to July, 2021. Title and abstract screening and a full‐text screening were conducted by two independent authors. Results were reported in accordance with PRISMA‐ScR guidelines. Results The search yielded 619 hits. A total of 17 journal articles met the inclusion criteria. We identified the following five themes: (a) innovate training mode and deepen theoretical knowledge, (b) non‐invasive repetitive training to improve basic skills, (c) multiple virtual situations to help the development of the specialty, (d) standardize medical management and reduce potential safety hazards, (e) improve patient management based on holistic care. Conclusions The paper points out that, the combination of virtual reality technology and nursing management is still in its infancy in China. Compared with foreign countries, there are few types of virtual situations in China, the depth and breadth of application research are insufficient, and the attention to nursing staff management ignores the spiritual level, which has a lot of room for improvement.
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spelling doaj-art-e4dc0d392c7a4bf4aaa0fd6daf043c9a2025-08-20T02:29:04ZengWileyNursing Open2054-10582025-05-01125n/an/a10.1002/nop2.2243Application of virtual reality technology in nursing management: A scoping reviewZhenya Zou0Qian Gao1Xiaoyang Zhou2Hongxiang Duan3Jinbao Mao4Operating Room Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University Jinan Shandong ChinaSpecialty Care Outpatient Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University Jinan Shandong ChinaOperating Room Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University Jinan Shandong ChinaOperating Room Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University Jinan Shandong ChinaOperating Room Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University Jinan Shandong ChinaAbstract Aim To summarize the application of virtual reality technology in nursing management, so as to provide reference for the further development of virtual reality technology in nursing management. Design The design entails a scoping review using the methodological framework of PRISMA‐ScR. Methods A literature search was conducted using combined keywords in 2 English databases (PubMed, EMBASE) and 3 Chinese databases (Chinese Journal Full‐Text Database, Wan fang Database, VIP Database for Chinese Technical Periodicals) of peer‐reviewed publications covering the dates of publication from 2001 to July, 2021. Title and abstract screening and a full‐text screening were conducted by two independent authors. Results were reported in accordance with PRISMA‐ScR guidelines. Results The search yielded 619 hits. A total of 17 journal articles met the inclusion criteria. We identified the following five themes: (a) innovate training mode and deepen theoretical knowledge, (b) non‐invasive repetitive training to improve basic skills, (c) multiple virtual situations to help the development of the specialty, (d) standardize medical management and reduce potential safety hazards, (e) improve patient management based on holistic care. Conclusions The paper points out that, the combination of virtual reality technology and nursing management is still in its infancy in China. Compared with foreign countries, there are few types of virtual situations in China, the depth and breadth of application research are insufficient, and the attention to nursing staff management ignores the spiritual level, which has a lot of room for improvement.https://doi.org/10.1002/nop2.2243applicationnursing managementvirtual reality technology
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