Preparedness training programs improved the emergency response and crucial outcomes among nursing students: a scoping review

Abstract

Objective The study aims to review and discuss the outcomes of emergency preparedness training programs among nursing students. Methods A scoping review was conducted based on the guidelines of Arskey and O’Malley. Databases through PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar were used to obtain the relevant articles within the scoping review. Results The researchers found 1175 articles. After manual review, 28 articles were identified and assessed. The review reported that the emergency preparedness training program significantly affects preparedness, knowledge, performance, self-efficacy, learning motivation, self-confidence, satisfaction, critical decision-making, and problem-solving. Conclusions Emergency training effectively increases knowledge, skills, confidence, satisfaction, and team performance.