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High-Fidelity Simulation: An Application to Psychopharmacological Training for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Marissa D Abram1, Maryann O Forbes1
1a College of Nursing and Public Health, Adelphi University , Garden City , New York , USA.
Issues in Mental Health Nursing
|January 15, 2019
Summary
High-fidelity simulation (HFS) enhances Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) education by providing realistic clinical scenarios. This innovative teaching strategy improves skill transfer from the classroom to clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Medical Simulation
Background:
- The demand for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) is increasing.
- Educational programs need effective strategies to prepare PMHNPs for complex clinical environments.
- Skill transfer from didactic courses to clinical practice is crucial for PMHNP competency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the implementation of high-fidelity simulation (HFS) in a Psychopharmacology didactic course for PMHNPs.
- To explore HFS as an innovative teaching pedagogy for enhancing PMHNP competency.
- To detail the theoretical foundation, development, case scenarios, and implementation of HFS.
Main Methods:
- High-fidelity simulation (HFS) using a human patient simulator was employed.
- Learners engaged in realistic clinical scenarios within a safe, controlled environment.
- Deliberate practice was utilized to develop cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills.
Main Results:
- HFS provides an immersive, contextual learning environment.
- This method facilitates the transfer of knowledge and skills to the clinical setting.
- HFS supports the development of essential skills for PMHNPs.
Conclusions:
- High-fidelity simulation is an effective teaching strategy for PMHNP education.
- HFS enhances competency learning and skill transfer in Psychopharmacology courses.
- Innovative pedagogies like HFS are essential for preparing PMHNPs for clinical practice.
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