Development of human patient simulation programs: achieving big results with a small budget.
The benefits of simulation in nursing education are well documented. Nursing students learn in a safe environment that enhances critical thinking and collaboration. Barriers to simulation include cost, resources, and fear of technology. This article describes how to design and implement a quality simulation program for less than $20,000.
Curtin
Michelle M
MM
Baker College of Flint, Flushing, MI 48433, USA. Michelle.curtin@baker.edu
Dupuis
Michelle Denise
MD
D002017:Budgets; D004506:Education, Nursing / Q000191:economics*; D006801:Humans; D008348:Manikins; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D016730:Program Development; D015397:Program Evaluation