The Impact of Simulation-Based Learning on Nursing Education and Clinical Practice

Abstract

Simulation-Based Learning (SBL) is an innovative teaching method that uses simulated environments and scenarios to replicate real-world clinical situations. This approach provides nursing students with the opportunity to practice and develop their clinical skills without the risks associated with actual patient care(Owen et al ., 2022). Types of simulation used in nursing education include manikin-based simulation, which uses life-like mannequins to mimic real human physiology; virtual simulation, where students interact with computer-generated environments and avatars; and standardized patients, who are trained actors portraying patients with specific conditions. Each type of simulation offers unique advantages and is used depending on the specific learning objectives of the course, allowing for an immersive, hands-on experience(Toney-Butler& Thayer, 2021).