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Simulation learning modalities: Going beyond the basics

Briefings on Outpatient Rehab: Reimbursement and Regulations, December 1, 2009

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The phrase “simulation modalities” may conjure up a variety of images. For example, some nursing staff development professionals think of a sophisticated training mannequin that produces computer-generated EKG printouts, responds to intubation efforts, and virtually behaves in ways similar to an actual patient. Others may think of an IV arm used solely for learning how to start IVs.

The point is, there is a wide range of simulation modalities, but many staff development specialists know of only a few, and still more are as of yet unaware of the vast potential for providing education via simulation.

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