What This Document Is
This is a Simulation Design Template used in the Nursing (NURS N3) course at Florida National University. It outlines a clinical simulation scenario focused on an 84-year-old patient, Millie Larsen, admitted with dehydration and a urinary tract infection. The template serves as a guide for instructors to create and run realistic training exercises for nursing students.
Why This Document Matters
This template is essential for nursing educators preparing simulation experiences. It’s used during skills training to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Students will utilize this scenario to practice assessment, prioritization, and communication skills in a safe, controlled environment. It’s particularly valuable for developing competency in geriatric care, a growing area of need in healthcare. The document is used *before* and *during* the simulation, and then as a basis for guided reflection afterward.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This template provides the *framework* for a simulation, but it does not *conduct* the simulation itself. It requires a simulation lab, trained facilitators, and student participation. It also doesn’t replace the need for comprehensive clinical experience. The template focuses on a single patient case and doesn’t cover the full spectrum of potential medical-surgical scenarios.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes:
* Detailed patient background: Millie Larsen’s medical history, social situation, and presenting symptoms.
* Specific psychomotor and cognitive skills students should possess *before* the simulation (head-to-toe assessment, SPICES & CAM tools).
* Pre-simulation learning activities (reading assignments, tool familiarization).
* Clearly defined simulation learning objectives, categorized as general and scenario-specific.
* A list of relevant references, evidence-based practice guidelines, and protocols.
* Nursing diagnoses relevant to the case.
This preview *does not* include the full simulation script, assessment tools, or detailed lab results. It provides an overview of the scenario’s scope and learning goals.
