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Pain Assessment and Management in Nursing Education Using Computer-based Simulations
1College of Social Science, Mathematics, and Education, University of Tampa, Tampa, Florida.
Summary
Computer-based simulations can improve nursing students' knowledge and practice of pain management. This educational technology helps bridge the gap in pain management understanding for future nurses.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Medical Simulation
- Pain Management
Background:
- Effective pain management requires nurses to understand patient pain experiences and treatment strategies.
- A significant barrier to optimal pain management in nursing practice is a deficit in knowledge.
- Nursing schools can address this knowledge gap by educating future nurses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the utility of computer-based simulations as an educational strategy.
- To enhance nursing students' learning experiences in pain management knowledge and practice.
- To identify how educational technology can improve pain assessment and management skills.
Main Methods:
- Review of nursing literature on pain management education.
- Discussion of computer-based simulation as an educational technology.
- Analysis of learning affordances provided by simulations.
Main Results:
- Computer-based simulations offer numerous learning opportunities for nursing students.
- Simulations can positively influence students' attitudes and behaviors regarding pain management.
- This technology can enhance practical skills in pain assessment and treatment.
Conclusions:
- Computer-based simulations are a valuable tool for nursing education in pain management.
- Integrating simulations can improve the quality of pain care delivered by future nurses.
- Educational technology plays a crucial role in preparing competent healthcare professionals.
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