Recreating simulation scenarios for interprofessional education: an example of educational interprofessional practice

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Education
• Medical Simulation
• Interprofessional Education

Background:

• High-fidelity simulation is now standard in healthcare curricula.
• Interprofessional education and practice are recognized for improving patient outcomes.
• Simulation-interprofessional education (SIM-IPE) offers significant potential for training.

Purpose of the Study:

• To detail a SIM-IPE experience within a university medical simulation center.
• To describe the process of adapting an existing simulation scenario for interprofessional learning.
• To highlight key decision points, challenges, and best practices for implementing SIM-IPE.

Main Methods:

• Utilized an existing high-fidelity simulation scenario.
• Adapted the scenario for interprofessional learning involving nursing and medical students.
• Documented decision-making processes, encountered challenges, and implemented strategies.

Main Results:

• Successfully retrofitted an existing simulation scenario for interprofessional education.
• Identified critical decision points and challenges in adapting simulation for SIM-IPE.
• Gathered practical insights and best practices from the experience.

Conclusions:

• Adapting existing simulation scenarios is feasible for SIM-IPE.
• Careful planning and adaptation are crucial for effective SIM-IPE.
• Sharing experiences can guide other simulation educators in developing SIM-IPE.