Simulation in Healthcare-Journal of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare
Scope & Guideline
Empowering practitioners with evidence-based simulation insights.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Healthcare Simulation Education:
The journal emphasizes the development and evaluation of simulation-based education across healthcare disciplines, focusing on improving learner outcomes and clinical skills. - Interprofessional Collaboration:
Research highlights the role of simulation in fostering collaboration among different healthcare professions, aiming to improve teamwork and communication in clinical settings. - Patient Safety and Quality Improvement:
The journal explores how simulation can identify latent safety threats and enhance patient safety protocols, contributing to continuous quality improvement in healthcare. - Technology Integration in Simulation:
A core area of focus is the integration of advanced technologies, such as virtual reality and artificial intelligence, into simulation training to enhance realism and effectiveness. - Assessment and Evaluation in Simulation:
The journal investigates various assessment methodologies for evaluating simulation effectiveness, learner performance, and the impact of simulation on patient outcomes.
Trending and Emerging
- Virtual and Remote Simulation:
The rise of virtual and remote simulation techniques, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, is a significant trend, facilitating access to training regardless of geographical limitations. - Interprofessional Education and Training:
There is an increasing focus on interprofessional education through simulation, highlighting the importance of collaborative practice in improving patient care outcomes. - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
Research on the application of AI and machine learning in simulation training is gaining momentum, exploring how these technologies can enhance learner engagement and assessment accuracy. - Emotional and Psychological Aspects of Simulation:
An emerging theme is the exploration of emotional and psychological factors affecting learner performance in simulation scenarios, emphasizing the need for supportive learning environments. - Simulation for Crisis Management:
The use of simulation for crisis management training, particularly in emergency and disaster scenarios, is trending as healthcare systems prepare for unpredictable challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Simulation Methods:
There is a noticeable decline in the focus on traditional, non-interactive simulation methods, as the field shifts towards more immersive and technology-enhanced approaches. - Single-Domain Focus:
Research that emphasizes simulation within a single healthcare discipline is waning, with a growing preference for interdisciplinary studies that address complex healthcare scenarios. - Static Simulation Models:
The use of static simulation models without incorporating dynamic, real-world variables is becoming less common, as researchers seek more realistic and adaptable training environments. - Limited Cultural Considerations:
There is a reduction in studies that overlook cultural considerations in simulation design and implementation, as the field increasingly recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion.
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