Table 3 A comparison of pre- and post-simulation empathy scores in both students and healthcare professionals
Profession | Pre-simulation [Median (IQR)] | Post-simulation [Median (IQR)] | Effect size | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nurse (n = 96) | 118.5 (112.25, 126.75) | 126 (117, 132) | 0.81 | < 0.001 |
Pharmacist (n = 11) | 117 (98, 137) | 116 (101, 137) | 0.70 | 0.16 |
Total (Nurse and Pharmacist) (n = 107) | 118 (111, 127) | 126 (116, 132) | 0.80 | < 0.001 |
Nursing student (n = 87) | 116 (107, 121) | 119 (109, 126) | 0.75 | < 0.001 |
Pharmacy student (n = 65) | 111 (101, 117) | 116 (107.5, 125) | 0.84 | < 0.001 |
Total (Nursing and Pharmacy Student) (n = 152) | 112 (106, 119) | 117.5 (109, 125.75) | 0.79 | < 0.001 |