Developing an Innovative Genital Model for Practicing Cleaning Skill

Abstract

This study employed a research-and-development (R&D) approach. The purposes of this research were 1) to develop an innovative genital model for practice cleaning, 2) to evaluate the effectiveness of this model in facilitating the development of cleaning skills, and 3) to assess the level of satisfaction among second-year nursing students regarding the use of the genital model for practicing cleaning procedures. The sample group was 114 second-year nursing students who were studying basic nursing subjects in the academic year 2023. collecting data by using the efficiency evaluation form for genital models for cleaning training and the satisfaction assessment form that passed the content validity check from 3 experts. The consistency index values were obtained as 0.90 and 0.88, and the reliability of the assessment form using the formula Cronbach’s alpha coefficient had reliability values of 0.92 and 0.85. The research demonstrated that the innovative silicone genital model for cleaning training is effective for several reasons. Firstly, it allows for the visualization and description of male and female anatomy. Secondly, the model’s overall efficiency for practicing cleaning skills was high (mean=4.50 standard deviation=.78). Thirdly, user satisfaction was very high (mean=4.38 standard deviation=.56). These findings suggest that the training manikin is well-suited for teaching nursing students proper cleaning techniques for genital organs. Additionally, the model offers the benefits of versatility (usable with various media), cost-effectiveness, and ease of use. Finally, its use can potentially reduce reliance on imported genital silicone models.