Age-related aspects of VR training in nursing education: comparison of groups aged 17-20 and over 40

Abstract

A comparative study of the effectiveness of VR training among medical students aged 17-20 (n=25) and over 40 (n=25) was conducted. The older group showed statistically significantly higher technical anxiety and cyber pain, as well as longer interface development time. At the same time, the final scores are comparable, and there are fewer critical errors. Conclusion: age is not a contraindication to VR training. For students over the age of 40, an adapted briefing, increased time spent working with controllers, and pair tutoring are recommended.