An e-Learning Program for Nurses on Evidence-Based Prevention of CKD

NCT07256990 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 2023-R-091
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 30
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Electronic training course to help Syrian nurses prevent chronic kidney disease Why are the investigators doing this study? Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is common in Syria, yet many nurses have not received up-to-date training on early detection or patient education for risk reduction. The investigators aim to determine whether a brief, phone-friendly online course can improve nurses' knowledge, day-to-day practice, confidence, and satisfaction. What will happen? Registered nurses employed in nephrology, cardiology, or endocrinology units will be invited to participate. Each nurse will complete a short online quiz and questionnaire before the course. Participants will then work through seven brief learning modules (videos, posters, case stories, quizzes) on a phone or computer over four weeks. Two weeks after the final module, participants will repeat the same quiz and questionnaire so the investigators can measure any change. The investigators will also request feedback on course acceptability and suggestions for improvement. Possible benefits If the course proves effective, the investigators plan to offer it to additional nurses across Syria and distribute the materials free of charge. Number of volunteers the investigators plan to enrol 30 nurses (single group; no randomisation). Primary outcome the investigators will measure Change in CKD-prevention knowledge score from baseline to immediately post-course.

Conditions

Nursing Education

Keywords

e-learning; nurses; CKD prevention; Syria; pilot study; pre-post; professional development

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Change in CKD-prevention knowledge score from baseline to immediately post-intervention

  38-item multiple-choice quiz; score range 0-38; higher score indicates better knowledge.

  Baseline and Week 6

Secondary Outcomes (5)

• Change in self-reported practice

  Baseline and Week 6

• Change in confidence level

  Baseline and Week 6

• Change in attitude toward CKD prevention

  Baseline and Week 6

• Overall satisfaction with the e-learning programme

  Week 6

• Module quiz performance

  After each of the 7 modules (Weeks 1-4)

Study Arms (1)

E-learning group

EXPERIMENTAL

All eligible nurses receive the 7-module asynchronous e-learning programme on evidence-based CKD prevention.

Behavioral: CKD-prevention e-learning course (Your Kidney... our priority)

Interventions

CKD-prevention e-learning course (Your Kidney... our priority) BEHAVIORAL

'Seven online modules (videos, infographics, case studies, quizzes) delivered via Google Classroom over 4 weeks. Content covers CKD risk-factor screening, lifestyle \& dietary counselling, co-morbidity management, patient education, and program evaluation. Each module includes a short lecture (\<12 min), interactive case, downloadable poster, and 5-item quiz (pass ≥75 %). Participants can download materials for offline use.'

E-learning group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 60 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Registered nurse currently employed in a Syrian hospital
• Works in nephrology, endocrinology, or cardiology ward
• Age 18 - 60 years
• Has smartphone or computer access with internet connection
• Willing to complete pre- and post-course questionnaires
• Provides electronic informed consent

You may not qualify if:

• Not a registered nurse (e.g., nursing assistant, student)
• Outside the specified age range
• Unable to access online materials (no device / no internet)
• Previous participation in the same e-learning pilot
• Refuses to give informed consent

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Shandong University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Tishreen University

Latakia, 000000, Syria

Location

Study Officials

• Kefang Wang, PhD

  Shandong University , School of Nursing and Rehabilitation

  STUDY DIRECTOR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: NA
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: SINGLE GROUP
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator

Model Details: Single-arm pilot; all eligible nurses receive the same e-learning programme.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 19, 2025
• First Posted: December 2, 2025
• Study Start: June 21, 2025
• Primary Completion: July 31, 2025
• Study Completion: October 16, 2025
• Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-12

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will share
• Shared Documents: STUDY PROTOCOL, SAP, ICF, CSR, ANALYTIC CODE
• Time Frame: Beginning 3 months after the publication of primary results and ending 5 years post-publication
• Access Criteria: Researchers must submit a scientifically relevant proposal, sign a data-use agreement, and use the data only for non-commercial research. Ethical approval may be required

Locations

SY (1)