Role Reversal: In-Situ Simulation to Enhance the Value of Interprofessional Team-Based Care

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Education
• Medical Simulation
• Team-Based Care

Background:

• Effective interprofessional team-based care requires understanding and valuing each member's role.
• In-situ simulation with role reversal was developed for interprofessional education trainees.
• The goal was to enhance team-based care coordination.

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine participants' readiness for interprofessional learning.
• To assess the perceived value of interprofessional learning using in-situ simulation.
• To evaluate attitudes toward interprofessional learning in a role-reversal context.

Main Methods:

• A mixed-methods approach was employed.
• In-situ simulation with role reversal was utilized.
• Data were collected on participants' attitudes toward collaboration.

Main Results:

• Trainees valued the interprofessional educational experience.
• Simulation-based learning facilitated understanding of professional roles.
• The value of a team-based approach to Veteran-centered care was recognized.

Conclusions:

• In-situ simulation with role reversal is a practical approach for interprofessional education.
• This method promotes interdisciplinary role appreciation.
• It enhances the implementation of team-based care.