Application of head-mounted display-based augmented and mixed reality in nursing education: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

With Generation Z becoming the primary group of nursing learners and the increasing shortage of nursing education resources, augmented reality and mixed reality based on head-mounted displays are being used more and more in nursing education. However, the current application landscape and the proper usage of these concepts remain unclear. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a scoping review to explore the current applications of head-mounted display-based augmented reality and mixed reality in nursing education and to clarify the definitions and usage of the concepts of augmented reality and mixed reality, ultimately providing directions for future applications and research.

Methods

Based on the five-stage framework and PRISMA-ScR guidelines, a comprehensive col

SUBMITTER: Kang R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12403271 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature