%0 Journal Article
%T Enhancing clinical reasoning and student confidence through pediatric simulation.
%A Cole B
%J J Pediatr Nurs
%V 0
%N 0
%D 2024 Aug 8
%M 39122581
%F 2.523
%R 10.1016/j.pedn.2024.08.005
%X BACKGROUND: The education-to-practice gap is magnified in pediatric nursing due to decreasing pediatric content offered in undergraduate programs, including less pediatric clinical time and inconsistent and inadequate clinical experiences.
OBJECTIVE: Examine student perceptions of learning and confidence by comparing a high-fidelity pediatric simulation series and acute care pediatric clinical.
METHODS: The SET-M tool compared settings and included open-ended questions to add insight.
METHODS: In an undergraduate nursing program in a university in the Midwest United States, 124 students completed the anonymous survey rating each experience for learning and confidence in assessment, clinical decision-making, communication, and safety.
RESULTS: Students rated the simulation series higher than clinical for all categories except patient communication.
CONCLUSIONS: Student perceptions of learning in high-fidelity simulation revealed increased confidence and competence and the belief that simulation complements the clinical experience and bridges the theory and clinical courses.