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Personalised Gamification Trial in Obstetric Nursing Education Shows Promise for Clinical Training Innovation

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25 Apr 2026

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Spanish pilot trial demonstrates personalised gamification may enhance obstetric nursing education outcomes. The study compared adapted versus generic gamified learning approaches in 38 nursing students, with implications for clinical training innovation.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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