Impact of Low-fidelity Simulation-based Experiences in a Pharmacology Classroom Setting in Prelicensure Graduate Nursing Education

Brauneis, Laura; Badowski, Donna; Maturin, Larry; Simonovich, Shannon D.

doi:10.1016/j.ecns.2020.10.002

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“…Our study shows that very positive results were obtained from using simulation as a means of teaching professional skills such as the safe administration of nursing medication, a finding that corroborates previous research in this field [ 18 , 26 – 30 , 43 ]. In general, better results were obtained for the six rights during the simulation than in the prior questionnaire.…”

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Use of simulation to improve nursing students’ medication administration competence: a mixed-method study

2022

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Background Medication administration errors are among the most important adverse events in healthcare systems. To minimise the risk of this occurring, nursing training programmes should emphasise the overriding priority of patient safety. In this respect, simulation can be a valuable resource in teaching procedures, for patient safety in general and safe medication administration in particular. In this study, we evaluate the use of a simulation-based activity for students to acquire skills in safe medication administration, and consider the students’ perceptions of this activity. Methods Second-year nursing students enrolled in the subject of pharmacology at a Spanish university during the academic year 2018–2019 were invited to participate in this mixed-method study. Their acquisition of professional competencies via a simulation exercise was evaluated according to the ‘six rights’. Before the simulation, each student completed a researcher-developed online questionnaire. The simulation was evaluated by the students’ tutor, using a checklist. A descriptive analysis was made of the data obtained from the questionnaire and during the simulation. At the end of the semester, the students' opinions were recorded in the questionnaire, in response to an open question. A content analysis was made of the responses to the open question. Results The simulation exercise was performed by 179 students, of whom 73 had previously completed the questionnaire. Analysis showed that, in comparison with the pre-simulation questionnaire results, compliance with the six rights improved in all dimensions except data documentation: right patient (from 64.4% to 83.3%); right medication (from 60.3% to 95.8%); right dose (from 60.3% to 100%); right route (from 54.8% to 95.8%); right time (from 24.7% to 70.8%); the right documentation result fell from 54.8% to 45.8%. The students expressed their satisfaction with the simulation method, affirming that it brought them closer to the reality of health care. Conclusions Simulation is a useful tool for the acquisition of skills in medication administration. The students were satisfied with the simulation capacity to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Moreover, simulation represents an added teaching resource in the nursing degree curriculum and is expected to enhance patient safety.

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Use of simulation to improve nursing students’ medication administration competence: a mixed-method study

2022

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“…The findings of significantly improved knowledge in the LFS group at the posttest are consistent with findings from the previous studies as in the study by Brauneis et al, 24 who conducted a quasi-experimental comparison group pretest/posttest research study and found that the experimental group had a statistically significant difference in pharmacology knowledge at posttest than pretest after using low-fidelity simulation. Moreover, another quasi-experimental study including 172 randomly chosen nurses using low-fidelity simulation training supported the results of the current study conducted by Angelina et al, 25 which aimed to assess the effectiveness of a low-fidelity simulation-based training intervention in enhancing knowledge of nurses on management of labor.…”

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The Effect of Two Different Simulation Modalities in Palliative Care Teaching on Nursing Students' Knowledge, Satisfaction, Self-confidence, and Skills

Alwawi

İnkaya²

2022

CIN: Computers, Informatics, Nursing

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Nursing students from developing countries have limited opportunities to experience palliative care. Standardized patient and low-fidelity simulations can provide realistic palliative care experiences for students. However, limited research is available on simulation-based education in Palestine. Testing and using these two types of simulation methods may be the best solution for developing countries that lack adequate resources. This study aimed to test the effects of low-fidelity simulation compared with standardized patient simulation in palliative care teaching on nursing students' knowledge, satisfaction, confidence, and skills. The study was a randomized controlled trial of 70 nursing students in their sophomore year. Students' knowledge was assessed with the Palliative Care Quiz for Nursing test; satisfaction and confidence with the Learner Satisfaction and Self-confidence in Learning; and skills rated by two researchers. Students' knowledge improved significantly on the posttest compared with the pretest, without significant differences between both groups. The findings showed that the utilization of the two methods in students' clinical training for scenario has the same effect on the satisfaction and confidence. The skills of the standardized patient group improved significantly more than the low-fidelity group. The study revealed that both simulation modalities are effective for palliative care nursing students.

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“…The responses align with the literature, which suggests simulation can be a useful, fun method of reinforcing learning, fostering confidence, and engaging students in the learning process. 2,3…”

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“…The student-created and role-played classroom simulation builds on previous knowledge, is student-focused, and actively engages both participants and observers. The literature discusses the benefits of using simulation in the classroom to improve understanding of content and build student confidence 2,3. Babla et al 3.…”

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Use of Student-Created Simulations to Assess Competency

Prendergast,

Morrill

2024

Nurse Educator

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Impact of Low-fidelity Simulation-based Experiences in a Pharmacology Classroom Setting in Prelicensure Graduate Nursing Education

Cited by 11 publications

References 10 publications

Use of simulation to improve nursing students’ medication administration competence: a mixed-method study

Use of simulation to improve nursing students’ medication administration competence: a mixed-method study

The Effect of Two Different Simulation Modalities in Palliative Care Teaching on Nursing Students' Knowledge, Satisfaction, Self-confidence, and Skills

Use of Student-Created Simulations to Assess Competency

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