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Setting Up a Stroke Team Algorithm and Conducting Simulation-based Training in the Emergency Department - A Practical Guide
Published on: January 15, 2017
Simulation Improves Nurses' Adherence With Stroke Quality Measures
Sara Knippa1, Stephanie Cox, Mary Beth Flynn Makic
1Sara Knippa, MS, RN, CCRN, is Clinical Nurse Educator, University of Colorado Hospital, Aurora. Stephanie Cox, MS, RN, CCRN, is Quality Improvement Specialist, University of Colorado Hospital, Aurora. Mary Beth Flynn Makic, PhD, RN, CNS, CCNS, FAAN, is Research Nurse Scientist, Critical Care, University of Colorado Hospital, and Associate Professor, College of Nursing, University of Colorado, Aurora.
Abstract:
Simulation engages nurses in learning within a safe environment. This teaching method evaluates both skill and knowledge attainment, but evaluating the impact on patient outcomes after a simulation training event is limited. This article reviews the impact simulation training had on nurses' adherence to stroke quality measures.
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