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Action competence: A concept analysis
Jennie Bergen1, LaTonya Santo1
1School of Nursing, Clayton State University, GA, USA.
Nursing Forum
|January 24, 2018
Summary
This study defines action competence for virtual simulation in nursing education. It enhances knowledge transfer, accountability, and critical problem-solving skills for nursing students.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Simulation
- Competency-Based Education
Background:
- Virtual simulation is increasingly utilized in nursing education.
- Assessing clinical competence in virtual environments presents challenges.
- This study addresses the need for a clear definition of action competence in this context.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the concept of action competence.
- To develop an operational definition of action competence applicable to virtual simulation in nursing education.
Main Methods:
- Concept analysis using Walker and Avant's eight-stage model.
- Comprehensive literature search across multiple disciplines and peer-reviewed articles.
Main Results:
- An operational definition of action competence was established.
- The definition is suitable for application in nursing education settings utilizing virtual simulation.
Conclusions:
- Action competence in virtual simulation facilitates knowledge transfer, accountability, self-awareness, and reflection.
- It equips nursing students with sustainable problem-solving skills for diverse patient scenarios.
- The concept's components are directly applicable to knowledge retention in virtual simulation.
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