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HUMAN PATIENT SIMULATION IN HEALTH SCIENCES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Authors

  • Jose Antonio Merchán-Baeza Universidad de Málaga, Departamento de fisioterapia, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), 29071, Málaga, España.
  • Manuel González-Sánchez Universidad de Málaga, Departamento de fisioterapia, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), 29071, Málaga, España.
  • David Pérez-Cruzado Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional, Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia, Murcia.
Vol. 22 No. 2 (2021): Diciembre
https://doi.org/10.5354/0719-5346.2021.61071

Abstract

Introduction: Teaching methods used in occupational therapy are numerous and could be classified into two groups: traditional and alternative teaching methods. Simulation is an alternative method that allows autonomous learning while developing the critical thinking skills of students during their active participation in safe practice. Objective: To analyze the effectiveness of learning through simulation with standardized patients compared to traditional teaching in health sciences. Method: The search strategy was: (“Patient Simulation” OR “Role Playing” OR “Simulation Scenario” OR “Simulation Education”) AND (“Program Evaluation” OR Effectiveness) AND (Student OR Postgraduate). The analysis of internal validity of the articles included in the review was performed using the PEDro scale. Results: Fourteen studies were included and variables measured were organized into four categories: acquisition of knowledge, learning of clinical practice, self-efficacy and development of communication skills. The samples were health professions students and simulations had a duration from 10 to 40 minutes per session (4–24 sessions). Conclusion: No significant differences were found between both methodologies in the acquisition of practical skills by students. Even so, the visualization of explanatory videos at the beginning and the summary at the end of the simulation process have proven to be fundamental steps to improve the effectiveness of this teaching method. Future studies are needed to analyze the possible benefits of simulation in the occupational therapy degree.

Keywords:

Health Sciences, Health communication, Patient simulation, Professional practice, Educational Measurement.

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Merchán-Baeza, J. A., González-Sánchez, M., & Pérez-Cruzado, D. (2021). HUMAN PATIENT SIMULATION IN HEALTH SCIENCES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW. Revista Chilena De Terapia Ocupacional, 22(2), 25–43. https://doi.org/10.5354/0719-5346.2021.61071
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