title: The incorporation of high fidelity simulation training into hemodialysis nursing education: an Australian unit's experience.
abstract: A high-fidelity hemodialysis simulation program has been introduced and evaluated in a Far North Queensland dialysis unit. This program engages and challenges hemodialysis staff across the learning continuum. It provides a realistic, safe, and controlled learning environment for nurses to develop essential hemodialysis competencies while posing no threat to patient safety. This teaching method combined with clinical experience is a positive step forward in meeting future educational needs of the renal workforce.
authors.affiliation: Cairns and Hinterland Health Service District, Cairns, Queensland, Australia. Kylie_Dunbar-Reid@health.qld.gov.au
authors.forename: Kylie
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Dunbar-Reid
authors.forename: Peter M
authors.initials: PM
authors.lastname: Sinclair
authors.forename: Denis
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Hudson
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000379:methods*; D016544:Patient Simulation; D011793:Queensland; D006435:Renal Dialysis