Training Experience with Scholars from two Latin-American Universities during a Diploma Course in Nursing Clinical Simulation

Abstract

Introduction: Clinical simulation training ensures the quality of teaching and increases the knowledge necessary to carry out dynamic processes involving the creation of hypothetical environments of authentic representations of health realities. This strategy is important for the realization of products and inputs derived from simulation training, linked to the satisfaction of professionals who complete these training experiences.

Objective: To know the general satisfaction of scholars and the product obtained from a training experience as a diploma course in high-fidelity clinical simulation.

Methods: A descriptive and cross-sectional study was carried out, following a theoretical-logical-reflexive analysis from the literature, which supported the didactic design of the project. The working methodology included all the scholars from the Nursing School at University of Panama (N=146), during May-July 2022. There were synchronous and asynchronous classes, as well as a face-to-face week for scenario presentations. The strategy was evaluated with a five-dimension questionnaire validated by judges' criteria. The final Cronbach's alpha score was 0.89. Professors with more than 92% of class attendance were included; those with unstable connections to meetings were excluded. A descriptive statistical analysis was performed in the SPSS software. Ethical norms and recommendations for studies with human beings were followed.

Results: 99% assessed the training with a very high level of satisfaction. Key products were obtained, such as regulations, informed consents and a stock of validated scenario, as working inputs for the school.

Conclusions: The outcomes included responses from a group of scholars trained in clinical simulation, with very high satisfaction ratings. The products obtained were directed towards regulations and guidelines for the use of simulation.