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  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases, School of Nursing, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson 39216, USA.

Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
|September 25, 2002
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Standardized patient training, an experiential approach, significantly improved healthcare providers' willingness and ability in HIV risk assessment and counseling. Participants responded very positively to this communication skills training method.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Health Communication
  • Clinical Skills Training

Background:

  • Experiential learning is crucial for healthcare provider development.
  • Standardized patient (SP) training utilizes laypeople as simulated patients for skill-building.
  • Effective communication skills are vital in patient care, particularly for sensitive topics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of standardized patient training in enhancing specific communication skills.
  • To assess participant satisfaction and perceived ability to apply learned skills in clinical practice.
  • To compare SP training combined with different continuing education formats.

Main Methods:

  • Standardized patient training was implemented over two years.

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  • Training focused on human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-related risk assessment and posttest counseling.
  • SP training was integrated with either computer-based or traditional in-service education programs.

    • Main Results:

    • Over 500 participants in a rural setting reported overwhelmingly positive experiences.
    • Participants demonstrated increased willingness and self-reported ability to perform HIV risk assessment and counseling.
    • The combination of SP training with continuing education was well-received.

    Conclusions:

    • Standardized patient training is a highly positively regarded method for communication skills development.
    • The study suggests SP training enhances provider confidence and readiness for specific clinical tasks.
    • Further longitudinal studies are recommended to confirm sustained behavioral changes in clinical practice.