Birds of a Feather - Realism

Mindi Anderson, PhD, RN, CPNP-PC, ANEF

Assistant ProfessorThe University of Texas at

Arlington, College of Nursing

Making simulations “real-enough” is important to consider (Anderson & Ackermann, n. d.)

Extends to students learning how to do simulation within a master’s level course, Simulation Application in Nursing (Anderson, 2010)

Problem/Opportunity

Added lecture on realism Students have an opportunity to take the Simulation Innovation Resource Center (SIRC) on-line course on Maximizing Realism (Anderson & Ackermann, n. d.).

Solution

Use moulage (makeup) (Anderson & Ackermann, n. d.).

Students have a day where they make “vomit” Different supplies/recipe cards

Students vote = best recipe

Solution

Making Moulage “Emesis”

Practice making bruises Various paints Vote on best Watch staining!!! Might use spare parts (Anderson & Ackermann, n. d.)

Solution

Making Moulage “Bruises”

Consider: Participant senses Standardized patients Instructor attitude/behavioral

guidelines Hybrids Appropriate roles within

simulation (Anderson & Ackermann, n. d.).

Other Ways- Increase Realism

Realistic simulation scenarios Students have “fun” while learning

Outcome

Anderson, M. (2010). Simulation application in nursing. Course syllabus retrieved from www.uta.edu/nursing/MSN/syllabus/5360-001AndersonSummer2010.docx

Anderson, M., & Ackermann, A. D. (2009). Maximizing realism. National League for Nursing. Course available online http://sirc.nln.org/mod/resource/view.php?id=97

References