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Interprofessional Innovation: Incorporating 3D Printed Models into Simulation-Based Learning for Nurse Practitioner
Jennifer Vann1, Nilsa Black-Mead, Haley Hoy
1About the Authors Jennifer Vann, DNP, ACNP-BC, is a clinical assistant professor, College of Nursing, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama. Nilsa Black-Mead, DNP, ACNP-BC, is a clinical assistant professor, College of Nursing, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama. Haley Hoy, PhD, ACNP-BC, is a professor, College of Nursing, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama. Cooper Gunter is a student research assistant, Systems Management and Production Center, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama. Gary Maddux, PhD, is director, Systems Management and Production Center, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama. Bernard Schroer, PhD, is principal research engineer and professor emeritus, Systems Management and Production Center, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama. For more information, contact Dr. Vann at jennifer.vann@uah.edu .
Abstract:
Simulation-based learning experiences are high-fidelity structured activities that allow students to experience actual or potential situations they may encounter in clinical practice. This article presents the incorporation of 3D printed models in simulation-based learning experience for nurse practitioner students enrolled in the College of Nursing at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Integrating the review of 3D printed models, augmented by diagnostic images, provides a realistic visual depiction of medical conditions to enhance student learning. This innovative and adaptive teaching strategy has been successful, warranting further exploration and consideration by nurse practitioner programs.
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