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Simulation in Nursing Informatics EducationBy Kameka Hart, RN-BSN

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Simulation

2A simulation is any device that is used to create a realistic learning experience for the learner but that removes the risk associated with learning during hands-on patient care (McGonigle & Mastrian, 2015).

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Competencies in NursingAccording to McGonigle & Mastrian (2015), the use of simulation:Allows nurses to use informatics in an active manner,Allows nurses to achieve competencies via computer, Allows students and nurses to practice skills without causing harm to an actual patient.

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Electronic Health Record 4Electronic Health Record (EHR) can be created specifically for simulation or as a stand-alone tool (McGonigle & Mastrian, 2015).The simulation may use a real EHR system, either within a hospital-based simulation center or through a partnership with a healthcare facility or EHR vendor (McGonigle &Mastrian, 2015).

5Live Documentation Simulation

According to McGonigle & Mastrian, (2015), live documentation systems provide realistic experience and can be incorporated into learning environment, but they present certain drawbacks:Live documentation systems are designed for patient care, not learning environment. They are designed to work in real time, not simulated time.If a system is overly complex, it may unintentionally focus the learning on the specific system rather that the process of data retrieval.

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Screenshot from National Council of State Board of Nursing

Various types of Simulation systems

7Challenges and OpportunitiesMcGonigle & Mastrian (2015), reports some major considerations when looking to adopt a simulated EHR include:Cost, ease of use for the instructor and the learnerTechnical support from the vendorTime to build or develop patient database, flexibility with system.

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8Summary

According to McGonigle & Mastrian (2015):Simulation-based learning is practicing just as a nurse would in an actual setting.Simulation plays an important role in the education of nurses and students.Simulation experiences in nursing education provide important opportunities for students to hone critical thinking and clinical skills in a safe and supportive environment.

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9Nursing Simulation

10ReferencesLi, S. (2010). The Role of Simulation in Nursing Education: A Regulatory Perspective [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved from National Council of State Boards of Nursing website: https://www.ncsbn.org/search.htm?q=types+of+nursing+simulationMcGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2015). And the Foundation of Knowledge: Nursing informatics (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.

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