Healthcare and Simulation Knowledge Flashcards

Which manikin feature is MOST important when simulating anaphylaxis in a high-fidelity scenario?

Answer: Programmable skin color change and airway swelling

Anaphylaxis scenarios require visible physiologic changes such as skin flushing/pallor and airway compromise, which high-fidelity manikins replicate via programmable color change and airway edema simulation.

In simulation-based education, 'suspension of disbelief' refers to:

Answer: Learners accepting the simulated environment as real enough to engage authentically

Suspension of disbelief is the learner's willingness to treat the simulation as a real clinical situation, enabling authentic emotional and behavioral responses.

The PRIMARY purpose of a pre-brief orientation in simulation is to:

Answer: Set learning objectives and establish psychological safety

Pre-briefing establishes ground rules, clarifies learning objectives, and creates psychological safety so learners can engage without excessive anxiety.

Which ethical principle is MOST challenged when using simulation for high-stakes assessment decisions?

Answer: Fairness and validity of measurement

High-stakes simulation assessment must demonstrate evidence of validity and fairness; without it, consequential decisions about learners may be unjust.

A 'confederate' in simulation is best defined as:

Answer: A trained individual who plays a scripted role inside the scenario

A confederate is a trained actor or staff member who participates in the scenario in a defined role to advance the learning objectives.

When designing a simulation to teach sepsis bundle compliance, the educator should FIRST:

Answer: Identify measurable learning outcomes aligned with the sepsis bundle protocol

Needs assessment and clear learning outcomes must drive scenario design before selecting equipment or scheduling activities.

Which metric is MOST appropriate for evaluating the effectiveness of a simulation program at the institutional level?

Answer: Changes in patient outcomes or quality indicators linked to training

The highest level of program evaluation (Kirkpatrick Level 4) ties training to real patient outcome improvements, which is the most meaningful institutional metric.