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Virtual asthma home environmental assessment: Development and validation of a training simulation
Aylin Akca Sumengen1, Ellen Buckner2, Konda Keebler2
1Capstone College of Nursing, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA.
Summary
A new video simulation trains nursing students and community health workers (CHWs) for remote pediatric asthma home assessments. This virtual tool addresses challenges of in-person visits, improving environmental trigger management in underserved areas.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Environmental Health
- Pediatric Asthma Care
Background:
- In-person home asthma assessments are vital but challenging in rural areas.
- Barriers include logistics, cost, and cultural factors.
- Remote assessment training is needed for healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a video-based virtual simulation for training.
- The simulation aims to teach remote asthma home environmental assessments.
- Target trainees include nursing students and community health workers (CHWs).
Main Methods:
- Simulation developed using NLN/Jeffries Simulation Theory.
- Incorporated EPA-identified triggers (dust, mold, smoke, pets, pests).
- Expert evaluation by 12 professionals in nursing, asthma, and simulation.
Main Results:
- High expert ratings across all metrics (average 4.9/5).
- Average scores: learning objectives (4.73), clarity (4.95), engagement (4.53), realism (4.65), effectiveness (4.8), technology (4.9).
- Indicated high content validity and perceived educational value.
Conclusions:
- The virtual simulation is highly valid and valuable for training.
- It effectively prepares nursing students and CHWs for remote assessments.
- Further research should assess actual learner outcomes.
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