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생체의 모델링과 Simulation

https://www.nursingsimulation.org/article/S1876-1399(13)00071-6/pdf

Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Standard I: Terminology

https://www.nursingsimulation.org/article/S1876-1399(12)00357-X/pdf

Evaluation of Simulation in Undergraduate Nurse Education: An Integrative Review

Standards reflect best practices in health care disciplines and health science education. StandardsePolicies that provide the foundation of decisions and actions defined by shared values, beliefs, and principles. INACSL standards for simulation include Rationale, Outcome, Criteria and Guidelines. RationaleeJustification for the development of a standard. OutcomeeIntended result(s) of adhering to the standard. CriteriaeFactors such as attributes, characteristics, and/or parameters necessary to meet the outcome(s) of the standard. GuidelineseProcedures or principles that are not mandatory but are used to assist in meeting standards. Guidelines are not necessarily comprehensive; they provide a framework for developing policies and procedures.

https://www.nursingsimulation.org/article/S1876-1399(13)00112-6/pdf

Standards of Best Practice: Simulation

Simulation is increasingly being used to prepare and supplement clinical practice in critical care areas for undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing (BN) students, with some success. However, the effects of multiple, medium-high fidelity simulations for this purpose have not been previously assessed. The purpose of this study was to assess self-reported confidence and competence using scenario-based simulations. A pre-test post-test design was used to evaluate a series of simulations conducted over a semester. There were twenty seven scenarios, incorporating programmed mannequins, moulage and actors. The scenarios were embedded in a team-based process involving preparation and video-recordings used for debriefing. Third year BN students reported their confidence and competence before and after the simulation series and made comments on their perception of the experience. Multiple scenario simulations are effective in improving BN students' confidence and competence related to critical care practice and are an enjoyable experience for students.

Evaluation of a critical care simulation series for undergraduate nursing students

https://www.collegianjournal.com/article/S1322-7696(12)00055-8/pdf

'Providing simulation experiences for large cohorts of 1st year nursing students: Evaluating quality and impact'

Objectives: To determine whether weight loss interventions, which combine dietary, exercise and behaviour change strategies, result in reduced weight, body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference in people with coronary heart disease (CHD), hypertension (HTN) and/or type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Design: A systematic review of studies published 1997 to 2010. Data Sources: The electronic databases MEDLINE, PsycINFO, COCHRANE, CINAHL and EMBASE. Review Methods: Studies were included if samples were: ≥ 18 years old, overweight or obese (BMI 26-39.99 kg/m 2 ), and diagnosed with CHD, T2DM and/or HTN. Only randomised controlled trials (RCTs) or systematic reviews of RCTs reporting group-based interventions that combined dietary, exercise and behavioural change strategies and outcomes for weight, BMI and/or waist circumference up to 12 months were included. Two researchers extracted data and appraised quality, with a third making final decisions. Results: Eight RCTs were included (total n = 1428). Participants' mean age was 60.4 years and 61% were female. Interventions varied by contact time, content and delivery. Mean weight loss ranged from -2 kg to -4 kg (SD 4 kg) at 3-4 months, -1.3 kg to -8.2 kg (SD 4 kg) at 5-6 months and -0.87 (SD 0.57 kg) to -6.9 kg (SD 4 kg) at 12 months. Of the few studies that measured waist circumference the mean reduction was -3.1 cm at three and 12 months. Conclusions: Weight loss interventions that combine exercise, diet and behaviour change strategies result in minor weight loss at 3-12 months in people with CHD, T2DM or HTN. Further research is required to determine the most effective and efficient methods.

Multi-component weight-loss interventions for people with cardiovascular disease and/or type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review

https://opus.lib.uts.edu.au/bitstream/10453/137796/3/Binder3.pdf

Plastic with personality: Increasing student engagement with manikins.

Background : The use of simulation has been growing rapidly within nursing programs, internationally. Simulation provides opportunity for beginning nursing students to rehearse patient care experiences and develop confidence in technical and non-technical nursing skills. Methods : This study used a quantitative pre-post online survey to investigate: the components of the integrated simulation experience that assisted with learning; students’ confidence in caring for patients comparable to patients experienced in the simulation and their overall satisfaction with the simulation experience. Results: A total of 480 students participated in a simulation prior to clinical practicum and 452 (94.16 completed the survey questions). Guidance by the academic and clinical facilitator, and the film watched prior to participating in the active simulation encounter, were highlighted as components which provided most assistance to students in their learning. A significant increase in confidence in caring for patients like those in the integrated simulation experience was noted between the pre- and post-simulation surveys. Prior experience in nursing was seen to significantly influence confidence. Conclusions: Providing simulation encounters for large student cohorts although challenging, is achievable and rated highly by students. This study indicates that the integrated simulation experience has a positive impact on beginning students’ feelings of confidence for managing similar patients in the clinical setting. Further research is required to explore how and why the guidance of the teacher and facilitator, and the use of a film which models nurse behaviour prior to the simulation, are viewed as of most assistance to beginning students. Additionally, future research must explore the impact simulation has on confidence and performance during and subsequent to clinical practicum. Simulation has a great capacity to augment the preparation of students for clinical practicum and for the development of clinical judgement, clinical skills and role identity.

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Haidee White

Papers

Evaluation of a critical care simulation series for undergraduate nursing students

'Providing simulation experiences for large cohorts of 1st year nursing students: Evaluating quality and impact'

Multi-component weight-loss interventions for people with cardiovascular disease and/or type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review

Plastic with personality: Increasing student engagement with manikins.

Delivering a large cohort simulation - beginning nursing students’ experience: A pre-post survey