Effectiveness of KesPro-P Application on Knowledge and Learning Satisfaction of Nursing Faculty Students: A Post‑Test Only Quasi‑Experimental Study
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https://doi.org/10.31674/mjn.2026.v17i03.020Abstract
Background: Developing innovative, learner-centered resources based on nursing theory is essential for enhancing students' clinical nursing skills. However, there is limited evidence on the effectiveness of mobile-based applications, particularly in reproductive health practicums, in improving both knowledge and learning satisfaction among nursing students. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the KesPro-P application for the Reproductive Health Nursing practicum on students' knowledge and learning satisfaction at the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas, Indonesia. Methods: This quantitative study used a post‑test‑only quasi‑experimental study with a control group design. The study was preceded by an update of the KesPro-P application with the addition of several sections. A total of 100 nursing students were randomly divided into an intervention group (n=50) and a control group (n=50). The 7-week practicum learning will use the KesPro-P application in the intervention group and conventional methods in the control group. A post-test assessed knowledge and learning satisfaction in both groups. Results: The initial step in this study was to update the practicum topic on the KesPro-P application and update it on the Play Store. There were 4 additional topics in the application, namely, placental manual, postpartum depression, malignancy screening, and the “KIA” book (Kesehatan Ibu dan Anak). The mean knowledge score was 84 in the intervention group and 70.80 in the control group. While for the learning satisfaction variable, the mean value was 34.84 in the intervention group and 30.40 in the control group. It shows that the intervention group's mean knowledge and satisfaction score is higher than the control group score. There was a difference between the level of knowledge and learning satisfaction between these two groups (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The use of smartphone applications is one of the effective learning media in increasing students' knowledge and learning satisfaction in Reproductive Health Nursing practicums.
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Knowledge, Nursing Students, Satisfaction, Smartphone ApplicationDownloads
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