Interprofessional Healthcare Students' Perceptions of a Simulation-Based Learning Experience

Academic healthcare programs are incorporating interprofessional education (IPE) into students' learning experiences in order to prepare students for optimal clinical practice. This paper describes a simulation-based learning experience (SBLE) designed to encourage students (n = 130) from six h...

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Published in:Journal of allied health 2019-10, Vol.48 (3), p.159-166
Main Authors: Nichols, Alison, Wiley, Steve, Morrell, Briyana Laurine Monique, Jochum, Jessica Emlich, Moore, Elizabeth S., Carmack, Jennifer Nicole, Hetzler, Kathleen Elizabeth, Toon, Jane, Hess, Jacqueline L., Meer, Michelle, Moore, Shannon Marie
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Clinical outcomes
Collaboration
Communication
Data analysis
Design
Health care
Health services
INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
Learning
Nurses
Nursing
Occupational therapy
Patients
Perceptions
Pharmacists
Physical therapy
Physicians
Professionals
Professions
Psychology
Simulation
Social psychology
Social work
Sports training
Statistical analysis
Student attitudes
Students
Teaching Methods
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Summary:Academic healthcare programs are incorporating interprofessional education (IPE) into students' learning experiences in order to prepare students for optimal clinical practice. This paper describes a simulation-based learning experience (SBLE) designed to encourage students (n = 130) from six healthcare professions to learn more about interprofessional communication, roles and responsibilities of the healthcare team, and knowledge of interprofessional collaborative practice. Data analysis showed statistically significant differences in participants' perceptions of roles/responsibilities for collaborative practice (p = 0.001) and the patient outcomes from collaborative practice (p = 0.002). Additionally, participants identified the importance of holistic, patient-centered care, a greater understanding of the roles and responsibilities of healthcare team members, and a greater desire to participate in IPE activities. Utilizing SBLE with students in athletic training, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, and psychology led to positive perceptions of IPE and collaborative practice. J Allied Health 2019; 48(3):159-166.
ISSN:0090-7421
1945-404X