Evaluating Nursing Students’ Perceptions of Using Quick Response Codes to Enhance Learning During Nursing Health Assessment

Abstract

Providing engaging activities to supplement classroom learning can be a challenge for today's nurse educator. Quick response (QR) code technology provides hands-on clinical experiences without the use of high-fidelity simulators. The purpose of this article is to evaluate how QR codes during a health assessment simulation activity enhanced learning for first-semester baccalaureate nursing students. The use of QR codes increased student confidence during health assessment with a form of technology they found engaging.

A Pilot Study: Can Using QR Codes Increase Student Participation in Large Classroom Settings?

“…It has been noted the use of electronic devices can be distracting and discouraged [3]. However, the use of technology can promote critical thinking and knowledge retention [4]. Quick response (QR) codes were developed over 20 years ago and are widely used in business [5].…”

“…Focusing on specific breath sounds was one innovative example where QR codes have been useful in nursing education. By using a QR code, students were able to hear and document findings in an appropriate manner [8,9]. Finally, QR codes have been used to promote Just-in-time (JIT) learning for nursing skills and understanding sexually transmitted infections (STIs) [3].…”