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Simulation-Based Teaching and Learning in Respiratory Care Education: A Narrative Review
Jithin K Sreedharan1, Gokul Krishna Gopalakrishnan2, Ann Mary Jose2
1Department of Respiratory Therapy, College of Health Sciences, University of Doha for Science and Technology, Doha, Qatar.
Advances in Medical Education and Practice
|June 3, 2024
Summary
Simulation-based education significantly enhances respiratory care training, improving learners' clinical skills. This review explores simulation
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Respiratory Care
- Medical Simulation
Background:
- Simulation-based pedagogy is crucial in healthcare education.
- A literature gap exists regarding simulation in respiratory care.
- Faculty development strategies for simulation are needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review simulation theory and applications in respiratory care education.
- To assess the effectiveness of simulation in respiratory care.
- To identify strategies for enhancing faculty development in simulation.
Main Methods:
- Narrative synthesis approach.
- Comprehensive literature search of PubMed and Google Scholar (1990-2022).
- Inclusion of original articles, reviews, and pertinent content on simulation in respiratory care education.
Main Results:
- Simulation-based education effectively improves respiratory care education.
- Simulation enhances the clinical skills of respiratory care learners.
- Current literature provides insights into simulation's role and faculty development.
Conclusions:
- Simulation is a valuable tool for respiratory care education.
- Further exploration of simulation's future benefits in respiratory care is warranted.
- Enhancing faculty preparedness is key to successful simulation integration.
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