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Chelsey Andries1, Katie Hall, Amanda McCullough
1About the Authors The authors are faculty at the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing in Jackson, Mississippi. Chelsey Andries, DNP, RN, CPN, is an assistant professor. Katie Hall, PhD, RN, is an associate professor. Amanda McCullough, MSN, RN, FNP-C, is an instructor. For more information, contact Dr. Andries at candries@umc.edu .
Abstract:
Traditional clinical experiences offer opportunities for nursing students to practice critical thinking. However, there are many limitations to planning these clinical experiences. The purpose of this educational activity is to incorporate post-conference simulation with traditional clinical to allow undergraduate nursing students expanded opportunities for enhancing critical thinking. The faculty created high-acuity simulation scenarios, which included a child experiencing respiratory, hematologic, neurological, or cardiovascular complications. After participating in the activity, students completed evaluation and reported increased confidence and preparedness to identify, think critically, and intervene in high-acuity situations.
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