Simulation-Based Learning Challenges of Nursing Education

Abstract

Currently, nursing education institutions have embraced the teaching and learning methodologies that incorporate simulation-based learning. This approach empowers learners to engage in nursing practice that closely mirrors real-world clinical scenarios, thereby facilitating experiential learning. Following the scenario’s completion, a debriefing session enables learners to engage in reflective analysis of the events, including the rationale behind their decision to practice and their emotional responses during the scenario practice. This approach facilitates a visual recognition of the situation, providing a hands-on experience that promotes more enduring knowledge retention compared to passive listening to lectures, demonstrations, and the subsequent reverting of demonstrations further enhances this learning process. This approach is advantageous for nursing students as it enables them to acquire practical experience, fostering the development of proficient clinical decision-making skills. Furthermore, it enhances their critical thinking abilities and instills confidence in their capacity to provide effective nursing care to patients. Despite its merits, this teaching method necessitates the instructor to adhere to a series of steps, including selecting suitable simulators that correspond to the scenario and course objectives. Consequently, nursing educators and institutions face the challenge of achieving optimal effectiveness in their capacity to educate learners. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to disseminate information and knowledge regarding the application of simulation-based learning in nursing education and other relevant disciplines. The objective is to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of learning experiences for students.