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Use Of Simulation Involving Standardized Patients As An Education Program To Increase Nurse Confidence In Caring For Patients With Drug And Alcohol Problems, Brandy G. Mathews
Use Of Simulation Involving Standardized Patients As An Education Program To Increase Nurse Confidence In Caring For Patients With Drug And Alcohol Problems, Brandy G. Mathews
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Purpose: The purpose of this pilot project was to test the effectiveness of a simulation exercise using standardized patients on nurses’ perceived confidence in caring for patients with drug and alcohol problems.
Method: The project was a mixed methods pre-test and posttest design to assess whether simulation using standardized patients was effective in improving nurses’ confidence in caring for patients with problematic drug and alcohol use issues. Qualitative data was obtained by interviewing participants using a semi structured interview.
Results: All nurses reported a positive experience as a result of participating in the simulation exercises. Use of simulation as …