Objective: Building therapeutic connections is at the core of quality nursing care. It is often difficult however, for neophyte nursing students to understand how meaningful connections with patients can be formed. Therapeutic connection and person-centred communication are multi-faceted constructs that require exploration and practice. Methods:In order to explore a new way of enhancing communication skills and increasing the preparedness of students to build therapeutic relationships, a novel learning experience was created. This experience centred around multi-modal simulation which incorporated 360 degree technology, digital platforms and interactive simulation using the Mask-Ed™ (KRS simulation) technique. The experience was offered to an entire cohort of students in their first year of a Baccalaureate nursing program. Evaluation data was collected via pre and post-test questionnaires.Results: A statistically significant improvement in student's self-reported preparedness to build rapport and initiating conversation with patients was observed. 80% of students felt the intervention had assisted with their learning and would like to see it offered again in the future. Conclusion:Findings suggest that there is potential in combining interactive 360-degree technology and Mask-Ed™ simulation to augment the learning experience, increase student engagement and to create a safe space for students to explore learning.

Aim To conduct a scoping review to discover what is known about the presence of spirituality and religiosity in people who have received a kidney transplant. Design Using Arksey and O'Malley's five‐stage framework, a scoping review of seven key databases was performed in June 2020. The scoping review follows the PRISMA extension for scoping review process. Methods CINAHL, MEDLINE, Embase, OvidPsychINFO, JBI, Scopus and Cochrane databases were searched to identify original research, from which seven studies were identified with only four meeting the criteria. The search strategy focused on studies that were published between January 2000‐May 2020. Results In synthesizing the available research, two key areas of interest were identified within the included studies, (1) clinical outcomes (medical adherence, renal function and transplant‐related outcomes) and (2) well‐being outcomes (locus of control and coping).