Using simulation to combine mental health and adult health in an unfolding case study

Abstract

This innovative learning strategy describes a simulation with senior nursing students that involved an unfolding case study which transitioned from a patient with mental health issues to a patient with an acute medical condition. This exercise resulted from collaborative efforts among nursing faculty with mental health and adult health expertise.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Authors

Caitlin Lofton
Susan Furr
Dana R. Martin

Author Details

Caitlin Lofton, MSN; Susan Furr, DNP, RN; Dana R. Martin, DNP, RN, CNE -- Department of Nursing, Pfeiffer University, Misenheimer, North Carolina, USA

Sigma Membership

Gamma Zeta

Lead Author Affiliation

Pfeiffer University, Misenheimer, North Carolina, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Nursing Students, Simulation, Unfolding Case Study

Recommended Citation

Lofton, Caitlin; Furr, Susan; and Martin, Dana R., "Using simulation to combine mental health and adult health in an unfolding case study" (2019). Convention. 235.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/presentations_2019/235

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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