RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Computer-based Simulation Training to Improve Learning Outcomes in Mannequin-based Simulation Exercises
JF American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
JO Am J Pharm Educ
FD American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
SP 113
DO 10.5688/ajpe756113
VO 75
IS 6
A1 Curtin, Lindsay B.
A1 Finn, Laura A.
A1 Czosnowski, Quinn A.
A1 Whitman, Craig B.
A1 Cawley, Michael J.
YR 2011
UL http://www.ajpe.org/content/75/6/113.abstract
AB Objective. To assess the impact of computer-based simulation on the achievement of student learning outcomes during mannequin-based simulation.Design. Participants were randomly assigned to rapid response teams of 5-6 students and then teams were randomly assigned to either a group that completed either computer-based or mannequin-based simulation cases first. In both simulations, students used their critical thinking skills and selected interventions independent of facilitator input.Assessment. A predetermined rubric was used to record and assess students' performance in the mannequin-based simulations. Feedback and student performance scores were generated by the software in the computer-based simulations. More of the teams in the group that completed the computer-based simulation before completing the mannequin-based simulation achieved the primary outcome for the exercise, which was survival of the simulated patient (41.2% vs. 5.6%). The majority of students (>90%) recommended the continuation of simulation exercises in the course. Students in both groups felt the computer-based simulation should be completed prior to the mannequin-based simulation.Conclusion. The use of computer-based simulation prior to mannequin-based simulation improved the achievement of learning goals and outcomes. In addition to improving participants' skills, completing the computer-based simulation first may improve participants' confidence during the more real-life setting achieved in the mannequin-based simulation.