Journal article
Exploring the extent to which simulation-based education addresses contemporary patient safety priorities: A scoping review
Collegian, Vol.26(1), pp.194-203
2019
Abstract
Background There is unprecedented increase in use of simulation-based education in healthcare settings. The key driver is improving quality and safety in healthcare. To date, there is limited understanding of the degree to which this goal has been achieved. Aim This scoping review aimed to explore the extent to which simulation-based education in healthcare has addressed and impacted contemporary patient safety priorities. Methods Systematic searches of literature (2007-2016) were based on each of 10 patient safety priorities articulated in Australia's National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and New Zealand's Health, Quality and Safety Indicators and markers. Included primary studies evaluated transferability to practice and/or behavioural change and improved patient outcomes, based on Kirkpatrick's training evaluation model Level 3 and Level 4. Findings Fifteen papers met inclusion criteria. Studies aligned with four of ten National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards: (3). Preventing and controlling healthcare associated infections; (4). Medication safety; (6). Clinical handover; (9). Recognising and responding to clinical deterioration. The studies were indicative of potential for simulation-based education to have a significant impact on patient safety. Discussion Studies that qualify as translational science, demonstrating changes in clinician behaviours and improved patient outcomes, are emerging. Little evidence from Australian and New Zealand contexts suggests that outcomes of simulation-based education in this region are not commensurate with the significant government investments. Conclusion Translational studies, despite being difficult to design and conduct, should form part of a thematic, sustained and cumulative program of simulation-based research to identify translational science.
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- Title
- Exploring the extent to which simulation-based education addresses contemporary patient safety priorities: A scoping review
- Authors
- Philippa Seaton (Author) - University of Otago, New ZealandTracy Levett-Jones (Author) - University of Technology, SydneyRobyn Cant (Author) - Federation UniversitySimon Cooper (Author) - Federation UniversityMichelle A Kelly (Author) - Curtin University of TechnologyLisa McKenna (Author) - La Trobe UniversityLinda Ng (Author) - University of QueenslandFiona E Bogossian (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
- Publication details
- Collegian, Vol.26(1), pp.194-203
- Publisher
- Elsevier BV
- DOI
- 10.1016/j.colegn.2018.04.006
- ISSN
- 1322-7696
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99450854802621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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