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Student Experiences with Engagement in a Nursing and Physical Therapy Interprofessional Education Simulation
The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice (2020)
  • Melissa Morris
Abstract
Purpose: Interprofessional Education (IPE) incorporated into healthcare discipline instruction has been shown to be successful in improving the understanding perceptions of complimentary professions.
The objective of this mixed method study was to understand Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) students and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) student’s insights of other disciplines with participation in a simulation experience. Method: Students completed a pre and posttest survey consisting of the Readiness for Interprofessional Learning Scale and several short answer qualitative questions. Cohorts of BSN and DPT students participated in a computerized mannequin simulation experience or a hybrid simulation. Results: Students indicated they learned about each other’s scope of practice and recognized the benefits of teamwork through collaboration. Conclusion: Students showed increased knowledge of the other profession, appreciated the opportunity for interprofessional learning, and were interested in having more IPE simulation learning experiences.
Keywords
  • nursing,
  • physical therapy,
  • interprofessional education
Publication Date
Winter January 13, 2020
Citation Information
Melissa Morris. "Student Experiences with Engagement in a Nursing and Physical Therapy Interprofessional Education Simulation" The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice Vol. 18 Iss. 1 (2020) p. 1 - 9 ISSN: 1540-580X
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/melissa-morris4/2/