Research article summary (published 30 Dec 2004):

Using simulation technology for undergraduate nursing education.

Full Abstract

As simulation technology is rapidly expanding, nursing programs are making large investments in this technology, which has great potential for undergraduate nursing programs. Unfortunately, this potential is underestimated and underused. With simulation technology, undergraduate students can gain and improve skills in a safe, non-threatening, experiential environment that also provides opportunities for decision making, critical thinking, and team building. This article describes how to use simulation technology to enhance undergraduate nursing education. The process for simulation technology instruction, leveling content from simple to complex, and faculty resources are discussed. An example of a simulation program is included.

Author information

Author/s: Medley, Catherine F (CF); Horne, Claydell (C);

Affiliation: College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32610, USA. medlecf(-atsign-)nursing.ufl.edu

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: The Journal of nursing education (J Nurs Educ), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2005-Jan; vol 44 (issue 1) : pp 31-4

Dates: Created 2005/01/27; Completed 2005/03/04;

PMID: 15673172, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 2/18/2009, IMS Date: )

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Attitude of Health Personnel Clinical Competence - standards Communication Computer Literacy Computer User Training Computer-Assisted Instruction - methods Cooperative Behavior Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate - organization & administration Educational Technology Faculty, Nursing Humans

Humans Internet - organization & administration Interprofessional Relations Models, Educational Needs Assessment Nursing Education Research Patient Simulation Problem-Based Learning Psychology, Educational Students, Nursing - psychology Thinking

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