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Such knowledge could contribute to the development of the training program. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title><jats:p> To describe nursing students\u2019 experiences of medical simulation. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Design<\/jats:title><jats:p> Mixed-method. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Method<\/jats:title><jats:p> A total of 175 nursing students in semesters three and five answered a questionnaire with quantitative questions and open-ended comments. The qualitative data from the open-ended questions were analyzed inductively using thematic analysis. Quantitative data from the closed-ended questions were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Finally, a mixed-method synthesis was conducted, in which the findings from the qualitative analysis guided the synthesis, while the quantitative data supported the themes and sub-themes that emerged from the qualitative analysis. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Result<\/jats:title><jats:p> An overall theme in the results emerged, which was: \u201cStudents need and want more simulation in their curriculum.\u201d This theme was then divided into five sub-themes: \u201cWell-structured model,\u201d \u201cBeing prepared by practical training,\u201d \u201cEnhanced knowledge,\u201d \u201cReflection gives self-awareness,\u201d and \u201cFeelings of fun and positive nervousness.\u201d <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title><jats:p> The result highlights medical simulation as a reliable pedagogic method because it was a well-structured model which made them prepared, gave them enhanced knowledge, and helped their self-reflection. Students recognize the need for additional medical simulation training and express a desire for both longer sessions and more opportunities. They believe that simulation training is beneficial for their future roles as nurses because it enhances their competence in acute care and improves their teamwork skills. 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