Abstract

Inter-professional simulation: the experience of occupational therapy and child branch nursing students participating in a simulation and problem based learning activity

Author(s): Mrs Jane Davies,Mr Dave Clarke,Mrs Pam Stead,Mr Dave Clarke

This paper presents an innovative project that enabled occupational therapy and child branch nursing students to participate in an inter-professional simulation, supported by a two week problem based learning activity, which centred upon exploration of the case presented in the simulation. The simulation took place in a simulated residential flat environment and centred on the case of a child returning home following a head injury and rehabilitation. The simulation was a joint visit of the community occupational therapist and community children’s nurse, with the aim of agreeing a joint discharge care plan. The overall evaluation of the experience from students was extremely positive, with all students actively engaging in all stages of the work and making a positive contribution to the evaluation.