Nurses' perceptions of simulation-based interprofessional training program for rapid response and code blue events

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Following completion of an interprofessional simulation program for rapid response and code blue events, we explored hospital unit nurses' perspectives of the training, through a mixed-methods analysis. The results of this study advocate for the use of simulation training in preparing nurses and promoting communication among team members, effective teamwork, and early recognition of clinically deteriorating patients. This study provides support for the implementation and continued use of simulation interprofessional programs in hospital settings.

PubMed URL: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21849908

Author(s): 
Wehbe-Janek, Hania
Lenzmeier, Carissa R
Ogden, Paul E
Lambden, Mary Pat
Sanford, Pamela
Herrick, Judy
Song, Juhee
Pliego, Jose F
Colbert, Colleen Y
Journal Citation: 
Journal of Nursing Care Quality. 27(1):43-50, 2012 Jan-Mar.