Pharmacists used to be the medication authorities in white lab coats who dispensed relief from behind high counters. They were seldom called on to interact with patients. For that matter, they seldom collaborated with other health care providers; it was a very segmented industry, with doctors handing out orders, and patients expected to follow them ...
One of the newest and most exciting tools that is being introduced into nursing simulation labs is virtual reality (VR). Although VR systems differ in the details, they all offer a similar experience, enabling students to assess patients and receive feedback in a consistent and objective way.
Neurodiagnostics is the analysis and monitoring of the nervous system function of patients in order to help physicians decide and perform effective treatment of neurological diseases and conditions, including:
Katy Mogg, who was Tradeshow Coordinator in 2018, had the privilege of tagging along to observe the Ross/West View EMS Division on one of their quarterly training weekends. During the exercise, she learned what it takes for an educator to create teachable moments in the midst of simulated chaos. Below are a few tips for making a mock ...
This is more information from the white paper Challenges of Implementing Healthcare Simulation in Community Colleges. For our first summary of this white paper, see our article on funding challenges for community ...
As we have seen, setting up and maintaining a simulation program comes with a steep price tag. However, most schools with nursing, pharmacy, and allied healthcare programs are coming to realize that medical simulation is ...
How can simulation-based training accelerate student learning?
Medicine traditionally relies on a "see one, do one" approach to learning and experience. In this context, didactic learning tends to be limited to the process of imparting knowledge.
Social media is an invaluable tool for contemporary emergency medical service (EMS) agencies. With it, first responders can provide real-time information on community emergencies to their local populace.
Simulation in Healthcare Education
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