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Regulation Of Simulation Use In United States Prelicensure Nursing Programs, Cynthia Sherraden Bradley, Brandon Kyle Johnson, Kristina Dreifuerst, Patti White, Susan Kata Conde, Colleen H. Meakim, Kim Curry-Lourenco, Reba Moyer Childress
Regulation Of Simulation Use In United States Prelicensure Nursing Programs, Cynthia Sherraden Bradley, Brandon Kyle Johnson, Kristina Dreifuerst, Patti White, Susan Kata Conde, Colleen H. Meakim, Kim Curry-Lourenco, Reba Moyer Childress
College of Nursing Faculty Research and Publications
Background
Simulation usage has proliferated throughout nursing education. Although nursing programs have sought integration of simulation to substitute traditional clinical learning hours, the variability of regulations between states raises questions about consistency of learner outcomes.
Methods
The Boards of Nursing (BONs) of the United States and the District of Columbia were queried by internet, phone, and email to discover regulations and guidelines for the use of simulation in nursing education.
Results
More than half of the BONs reported regulations for simulation use, but they varied greatly. Some had regulations defining a percentage of traditional clinical hours that could be replaced …