Impact of Laboratory Hours on Improving Practical Skills and Clinical Understanding of General Nursing Students at Aldent University

Abstract

Laboratory hours play a crucial role in developing the practical skills and clinical understanding of nursing students. This study aimed to assess the impact of laboratory hours on improving nursing students’ practical skills and clinical understanding at Aldent University. A total of 102 first-year Bachelor of Nursing students participated in the study, which was conducted between October and December 2024. The students’ perceptions were measured using a structured survey with a Likert scale. The results indicate that the majority of students highly value laboratory hours, reporting improvements in practical skills and clinical understanding. Notably, the study found a positive correlation between the availability of equipment and the improvement of practical skills. Furthermore, most students reported higher satisfaction with laboratory hours than with theoretical sessions, though a concern regarding insufficient practice time emerged. This study highlights the importance of laboratory hours for nursing education and suggests improvements in the organization and availability of resources.