Associate degree nursing students' perceptions of learning using a high-fidelity human patient simulator

Abstract 

Human patient simulation (HPS) is a teaching method that allows nursing students to learn in a complex yet risk-free environment. Because of costs involved, however, research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness and acceptance of this technology. This study measured associate degree nursing students' perceptions of satisfaction with learning using HPS. Results indicate that associate degree nursing students (N = 37) are highly satisfied with HPS learning experiences. Few significant differences were found between degree of satisfaction and select demographic variables. The results of the study suggest that HPS is a highly accepted teaching method for nursing students.

Keywords: Human patient simulation, Nursing students, Learning