| Author(s):
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Bearnson, C.S. & Wiker, K.M.
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| Year:
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2005
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| Article:
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Human patient simulators: A new face in baccalaureate nursing education at Brigham Young University.
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| Publication:
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Journal of Nursing Education, 44(9), 421-5.
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| Annotation:
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The authors, nursing faculty teaching for a baccalaureate program in Utah, presented results of a limited descriptive study exploring the benefits and limitations of using a human patient simulator (HPS) as a substitute for a day of actual clinical experience for two clinical groups (no number listed) of first year baccalaureate nursing students. The results indicated positive responses from students on a follow-up survey. Statistics were presented, along with examples of qualitative data to support positive results and effectiveness of HPS in enhancing student experiential learning. Instrument development, validity and reliability discussion would have been a valuable addition to this article. The authors discussed the limitations of the study and the need for continued study of HPS in nursing education. The article provided a good starting point for additional HPS research.
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| Annotated By:
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Carol S. Coose, EdD, RN, CNE
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| Category:
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Curriculum Integration
Learning Outcomes
Teaching Modalities
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