Standardized Patient Education
You Know You’re A Simulationist When…?
For every simulationist, there was a time where, for better or worse, you knew you were 'officially'...
NAU Launches New Simulation Program with the Assistance of AvMentor
“I felt having live people (as opposed to mannequins) really helped bring reality to the situation”
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Avkin CEO Highlighted for NLN/Jeffries Framework of Standardized Patients
The article, available at ScienceDirect.com, explores the evidence related to how undergraduate nurs...
Interviewing Standardardized Patients
Interviewing standardized patients can feel overwhelming and confusing on what to ask. This guide wi...
Standardized Patient Improv Training
Standardized Patient (SP) training in simulation encompasses improv activities for the actor in the ...
What is a Standardized Patient?
What is a standardized patient? Standardized patients are actors who authentically portray a patient...
As Technology Evolves, So Does Simulation
Healthcare training has evolved dramatically since its inception, thanks to changes in technology. H...
What compromises in fidelity can you afford in simulation?
The goal of any simulation is to maintain as high fidelity as possible. Therefore, when providing st...
Dry Runs: Vital to Simulation Success
Do you find yourself making changes to a simulation after your first few students complete their exp...
Earpieces may harm your simulation
The use of earpieces has become a trend in Simulated Participant simulation. While seemingly logical...