title: A method for providing high-volume interprofessional simulation encounters in physical and occupational therapy education programs.
abstract: With an increasing emphasis on interprofessional education within the allied health professions, simulation has potential for being a useful teaching modality for providing collaborative learning experiences for occupational and physical therapist students. However, there are many challenges associated with conducting simulations with large numbers of students. We describe the design, planning, cost, and support staff time required for conducting an interprofessional simulation of the intensive care setting, including a methodology for maximizing resources and student opportunities for participation for 64 physical and occupational therapy students over a 4-hour time period. Qualitative analyses of student experiences are also presented.
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, Grand Valley State University, 301 Michigan NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505, USA. shoemami@gvsu.edu
authors.forename: Michael J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Shoemaker
authors.forename: Jeanine
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Beasley
authors.forename: Megan
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Cooper
authors.forename: Ron
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Perkins
authors.forename: Jeanne
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Smith
authors.forename: Chris
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Swank
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D017145:Models, Educational; D009788:Occupational Therapy / Q000193:education*; D026761:Physical Therapy Specialty / Q000193:education*; D013663:Teaching / Q000191:economics / Q000379:methods*