Developing a simulation model to explore challenging behaviour

Description of a simulation involving a mock-up of a bedsit that gave nursing students the opportunity to explore issues affecting people with learning disabilities. Participants worked through 4 scenarios involving challenging situations to help them analyse their emotional responses and develop co...

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Published in:Learning disability practice 2010-12, Vol.13 (10), p.35-38
Main Author: O'Boyle-Duggan, Marie
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case Studies
Experiential Learning
Learning Disabilities
Student Attitudes
Teaching Methods
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Summary:Description of a simulation involving a mock-up of a bedsit that gave nursing students the opportunity to explore issues affecting people with learning disabilities. Participants worked through 4 scenarios involving challenging situations to help them analyse their emotional responses and develop coping strategies. The results of students' pre- and post-simulation self-rated confidence and competence are presented and discussed. [(BNI unique abstract)] 45 references
ISSN:1465-8712
2047-8968