Problem-Based Learning and Simulation as Effective Pedagogical Tools in Nursing Pharmacology: A Descriptive Study

Authors

  • Hilda Dwi Yolanda Lambung Mangkurat University
  • Chrisnawati Chrisnawati Lambung Mangkurat University
  • Irfan Maulana Lambung Mangkurat University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51143/jksi.v11i1.996

Keywords:

Satisfaction, Self-Confidence, Problem Based Learning (PBL), Simulation

Abstract

Nursing Pharmacology is considered a challenging subject that requires innovative teaching methods such as Problem Based Learning (PBL) and simulation. PBL fosters active learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving, while simulation enhances understanding through practical experience. This study aimed to evaluate the satisfaction and self-confidence of nursing students in the pharmacology course using the Problem Based Learning (PBL) and Simulation methods. This descriptive quantitative study involved 73 respondents, selected using total sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed using univariate analysis. The results indicated that the majority of students had high satisfaction and self-confidence regarding the PBL and simulation methods in the pharmacology course. Specifically, 68.5% were satisfied, 28.8% were very satisfied, 74.0% felt confident, and 23.3% felt very confident. The PBL and simulation methods in the pharmacology course effectively enhanced student satisfaction and self-confidence, with most respondents reporting positive outcomes.

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Al Gharibi, K. A., & Arulappan, J. (2020). Repeated simulation experience on self-confidence, critical thinking, and competence of nurses and nursing students—An integrative review. SAGE Open Nursing, 6. https://doi.org/10.1177/2377960820927377

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Alharbi, A., Nurfianti, A., Mullen, R. F., McClure, J. D., & Miller, W. H. (2024). The effectiveness of simulation-based learning (SBL) on students’ knowledge and skills in nursing programs: A systematic review. BMC Medical Education, 24, Article 1099. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06080-z

BMC Nursing. (2021). Does problem-based learning education improve knowledge, attitude, and perception toward patient safety among nursing students? BMC Nursing, 20, Article 70. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-021-00588-1

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Lang, K., & Parkinson, B. (2023). Outcomes of problem-based learning in nurse education: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Nurse Education Today, 120, Article 105631. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2022.105631

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Nisa, K., & Wulandari, D. (2019). The effect of problem-based learning and simulation methods on nursing students’ confidence levels. Jurnal Pendidikan Keperawatan Indonesia, 5(2), 101–109.

Pratiwi, S. N., Cari, C., Aminah, N. S., & Affandy, H. (2019). Problem-based learning with argumentation skills to improve students’ concept understanding. Journal of Physics Education, 10, 1–8.

Purwaningrum, Y., Handayani, S., & Widodo, A. (2024). The relationship between student expectations and satisfaction in problem-based learning. Journal of Nursing Science, 12(1), 33–41.

Ratish, S. (2025). Effectiveness of simulation among nursing students: A systematic review. Nursing Journal, 8(1), 202–206. https://doi.org/10.33545/nursing.2025.v8.i1.C.464

Sidharta, A., Yuliani, N., & Pratama, H. (2023). Problem-based learning in nursing education: Effects on students’ learning outcomes and self-confidence. Journal of Health Education Research & Development, 41(3), 233–241.

Sohn, M., Ahn, Y., Lee, M., Park, H., & Kang, N. (2013). The problem-based learning integrated with simulation to improve nursing students’ self-efficacy. Open Journal of Nursing, 3(1), 95–100. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojn.2013.31012

Son, H.-K. (2023). Effects of simulation with problem-based learning (S-PBL) on nursing students’ clinical reasoning ability: Based on Tanner’s clinical judgment model. BMC Medical Education, 23, Article 601. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-023-04567-9

Toqan, R., Al-Momani, F., & Hussein, A. (2023). Problem-based learning and simulation to improve decision-making and self-confidence among nursing students. Nurse Education in Practice, 68, Article 103592. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nepr.2023.103592

Wahyu Ariyani, D., & Prasetyo, R. (2021). Problem-based learning and simulation in nursing education: Building students’ confidence and competence. Jurnal Ilmu Keperawatan Indonesia, 14(2), 88–96.

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2026-07-04

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Hilda Dwi Yolanda, Chrisnawati, C., & Irfan Maulana. (2026). Problem-Based Learning and Simulation as Effective Pedagogical Tools in Nursing Pharmacology: A Descriptive Study. JURNAL KEPERAWATAN SUAKA INSAN (JKSI), 11(1), 48–56. https://doi.org/10.51143/jksi.v11i1.996

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References

Ahmad, S. (2014). Implementation of problem-based learning among nursing students. International Education Studies, 7(6), 123–132.

Al Gharibi, K. A., & Arulappan, J. (2020). Repeated simulation experience on self-confidence, critical thinking, and competence of nurses and nursing students—An integrative review. SAGE Open Nursing, 6. https://doi.org/10.1177/2377960820927377

Alsadi, M., Oweidat, I., Khrais, H., Tubaishat, A., & Nashwan, A. J. (2023). Satisfaction and self-confidence among nursing students with simulation learning during COVID-19. BMC Nursing, 22, Article 327. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-023-01489-1

Alharbi, A., Nurfianti, A., Mullen, R. F., McClure, J. D., & Miller, W. H. (2024). The effectiveness of simulation-based learning (SBL) on students’ knowledge and skills in nursing programs: A systematic review. BMC Medical Education, 24, Article 1099. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06080-z

BMC Nursing. (2021). Does problem-based learning education improve knowledge, attitude, and perception toward patient safety among nursing students? BMC Nursing, 20, Article 70. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-021-00588-1

Kim, S., Park, J., & Shin, S. (2017). Effectiveness of simulation-based nursing education depending on fidelity: A meta-analysis. BMC Medical Education, 16, Article 152. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-016-0672-7

Lang, K., & Parkinson, B. (2023). Outcomes of problem-based learning in nurse education: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Nurse Education Today, 120, Article 105631. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2022.105631

Malmia, W., Makatita, S. H., Lisaholit, S., Azwan, A., Magfirah, I., Tinggapi, H., & Umanailo, M. C. (2019). Problem-based learning as an effort to improve student learning outcomes. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 8(9), 1140–1143. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3457426

Matshaka, S. (2023). Simulation and problem-based learning as strategies to improve student confidence in nursing education. African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery, 25(1), 1–10.

Nisa, K., & Wulandari, D. (2019). The effect of problem-based learning and simulation methods on nursing students’ confidence levels. Jurnal Pendidikan Keperawatan Indonesia, 5(2), 101–109.

Pratiwi, S. N., Cari, C., Aminah, N. S., & Affandy, H. (2019). Problem-based learning with argumentation skills to improve students’ concept understanding. Journal of Physics Education, 10, 1–8.

Purwaningrum, Y., Handayani, S., & Widodo, A. (2024). The relationship between student expectations and satisfaction in problem-based learning. Journal of Nursing Science, 12(1), 33–41.

Ratish, S. (2025). Effectiveness of simulation among nursing students: A systematic review. Nursing Journal, 8(1), 202–206. https://doi.org/10.33545/nursing.2025.v8.i1.C.464

Sidharta, A., Yuliani, N., & Pratama, H. (2023). Problem-based learning in nursing education: Effects on students’ learning outcomes and self-confidence. Journal of Health Education Research & Development, 41(3), 233–241.

Sohn, M., Ahn, Y., Lee, M., Park, H., & Kang, N. (2013). The problem-based learning integrated with simulation to improve nursing students’ self-efficacy. Open Journal of Nursing, 3(1), 95–100. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojn.2013.31012

Son, H.-K. (2023). Effects of simulation with problem-based learning (S-PBL) on nursing students’ clinical reasoning ability: Based on Tanner’s clinical judgment model. BMC Medical Education, 23, Article 601. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-023-04567-9

Toqan, R., Al-Momani, F., & Hussein, A. (2023). Problem-based learning and simulation to improve decision-making and self-confidence among nursing students. Nurse Education in Practice, 68, Article 103592. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nepr.2023.103592

Wahyu Ariyani, D., & Prasetyo, R. (2021). Problem-based learning and simulation in nursing education: Building students’ confidence and competence. Jurnal Ilmu Keperawatan Indonesia, 14(2), 88–96.