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Exploring nurse educators' experiences and perceptions debriefing virtual simulations related to sexual orientation
Erin Ziegler1, Laura Killam2, Jane Tyerman3
1Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing, Toronto Metropolitan University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario M5B 2K3, Canada.
Background:
Sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) impact health, yet healthcare providers often lack the necessary education to address the unique needs of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The SOGI Nursing Toolkit was developed to enhance cultural humility among healthcare providers using virtual simulation experiences.
Objective:
The purpose of this study was to explore nurse educators' experiences with debriefing virtual simulations related to the SOGI nursing toolkit within nursing education.
Methods:
A qualitative descriptive approach was used, including semi-structured interviews with 12 nurse educators with previous experience implementing the SOGI toolkit within a nursing program. Data were analyzed thematically to identify facilitators and barriers to effective debriefing.
Findings:
The results underscore the importance of creating a psychologically safe environment to optimize learning. Additionally, the debriefer needs specialized training. Barriers to effective debriefing included limited clinical experience and challenges associated with debriefing within virtual environments.
Conclusions:
Tailored debriefing strategies are essential for fostering an inclusive learning environment and enhancing cultural humility for current and future healthcare professionals.
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