Learning Delegation Through Role-Play: A Problem-Based Learning Activity for Nursing Students.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Simulation

Background:

• Current nursing education guidelines emphasize the need for practical application of delegation skills.
• Students require safe environments to practice complex decision-making processes like delegation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the instructional design of a novel role-play activity for nursing students.
• To evaluate the effectiveness of this role-play in enhancing delegation decision-making skills.

Main Methods:

• Development of a simulated role-play scenario focused on delegation.
• Implementation of the activity with senior-level nursing students.
• Evaluation of student engagement and decision-making through the role-play.

Main Results:

• The role-play activity successfully engaged students in applying delegation knowledge.
• Students demonstrated improved confidence in delegation decision-making post-activity.
• The safe, risk-free environment facilitated experiential learning.

Conclusions:

• Innovative role-play is an effective strategy for teaching nursing delegation.
• Experiential learning activities are crucial for developing essential nursing skills.
• This approach aligns with professional standards for nursing education.