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Recognition of physical deterioration in patients with mental health problems: the role of simulation in knowledge and skill development

Unsworth, John, McKeever, Margo and Kelleher, Michael (2011) Recognition of physical deterioration in patients with mental health problems: the role of simulation in knowledge and skill development. Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, 19 (6). pp. 536-545. ISSN 1351-0126

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Abstract

Recognition of physical deterioration in patients with mental health problems has been recognized as a significant problem. Areas of particular concern include rapid tranquilization, physical restraint, the consumption of alcohol and illicit drugs have the potential to result in sudden and catastrophic patient deterioration. Simulation sessions, using patient mannequins, are widely used to support the education of nurses but its use in mental health has been somewhat restricted. The aim of this study was to design and deliver simulation scenarios to develop the skills and knowledge of mental health nursing students in the recognition and management of physical deterioration. A series of three scenarios were developed and delivered to a group of final-year nursing students. Evaluation of the sessions was undertaken using analysis of video footage from the sessions and through two focus groups. The results show that simulation is a useful catalyst for discrepancy creation which in turn leads to the student focusing their future learning towards addressing any identified deficits in skills and knowledge identified. Authenticity of the simulation sessions also plays a role in ensuring student engagement and faculty support during sessions is vital to support the students in managing unfamiliar situations.

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Uncontrolled Keywords: deteriorating patient, knowledge, simulation, skill acquisition
Depositing User: John Unsworth

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Item ID: 9018
ISSN: 1351-0126
URI: http://sure.sunderland.ac.uk/id/eprint/9018
Official URL: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j...

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Date Deposited: 26 Mar 2018 14:01
Last Modified: 18 Dec 2019 16:06

Contributors

Author: John Unsworth
Author: Margo McKeever
Author: Michael Kelleher

University Divisions

Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing
Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing > School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Subjects

Sciences > Nursing

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