title: The Influence of High-Fidelity Simulation on Knowledge Gain and Retention.
abstract: Although current research suggests many positive outcomes with the use of high-fidelity simulation (HFS) in nursing education, little is known about the influence of HFS on knowledge retention. This quasiexperimental study examined the effects of HFS on student knowledge acquisition and retention, while validating the simulation quality with established tools on satisfaction, self-efficacy, educational practices, and simulation design. Results indicate that, although HFS had a statistically significant impact on knowledge acquisition, knowledge retention rates were not influenced.
authors.affiliation: About the Authors Jaime Zinsmaster, MSN, RN, CNRN, CPHQ, is a patient safety manager, Hunter Holmes McGuire VAMC, Richmond, Virginia. Sally Vliem, PhD, RN, CPNP, is a master faculty specialist, Bronson School of Nursing, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo. The authors thank Karen Bergman, PhD, RN, CNRN, for providing advice and input during the development of this journal article. For more information, contact Jaime Zinsmaster at jzinsmaster@live.com.
authors.forename: Jaime
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Zinsmaster
authors.forename: Sally
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Vliem
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D004506:Education, Nursing / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D000070856:High Fidelity Simulation Training; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D015402:Nursing Education Research; D015403:Nursing Evaluation Research; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D012153:Retention, Psychology; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data