The Use of Human Patient Simulation (HPS) as a Teaching Tool to Increase the Development of Critical Thinking among Nursing Students

Authors

  • Natthawut Suriya Srimahasarakham Nursing College, Faculty of Nursing Praboromarajchanok Institute Ministry of Public Health
  • Phadoongsit Chumnanborirak Srimahasarakham Nursing College, Faculty of Nursing Praboromarajchanok Institute Ministry of Public Health

Keywords:

Critical Thinking, Human Patient Simulation, Nursing Students

Abstract

This academic article aims to explore the existing evidence on the barriers and enablers of using human patient simulation (HPS) in undergraduate nursing education, so to increase critical thinking capacities among nursing students. Critical thinking competency is essential for providing effective and efficient care on a day-to-day basis. HPS could be integrated into the curriculum and not used as a stand-alone intervention. HPS is the supplementary clinical instruction that allows an opportunity for nursing students to care for patients with a wide variety of symptoms through highly structured, problem-centered teaching scenarios. It is also beneficial for nursing students that could be better to focus on patient care without harm to patients resulting in enhancing student confidence. In conclusion, the HPS is a meaningful method to encourage critical thinking skills in the clinical practice of nursing students.

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Published

2023-01-19