Downs, Simon, Drew, Laurence ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-2549-5401 and Shore, Colin (2023) Effects of simulation training on student confidence in de-escalation skills. Journal of Paramedic Practice, 15 (1). pp. 28-34. ISSN 1759-1376

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Abstract

Background: There is increasing demand for access to mental health support services both for ongoing care and at time of crisis. Preparation of undergraduate students for encounters with those with ongoing mental health care and/or at a time of psychological distress/crisis remains sporadic and difficult to encompass. Simulation gives students opportunities to develop technical and non-technical skills through the recreation of an experience that is as close to reality as possible. Method: An exploratory evaluation of teaching practice of student self-perceptions of self-awareness and self-regulation in encountering clinical situations with persons in high states of arousal and potential conflict was conducted. To evaluate the exercise and its value, students were asked to self-evaluate their confidence and knowledge both prior to and subsequent to the teaching exercise. Results: There was a positive shift in self-awareness and self-regulation post training. Confidence in being able to de-escalate a situation was reported as the key outcome to take from the session, along with techniques on how to de-escalate a scenario. Conclusion: While it is not possible at this stage to definitively measure the impact of the teaching on practice or draw firm conclusions for education providers, the evaluation exercise does evidence individual impact and enjoyment. The teaching approach may prepare the future workforce with the skills and knowledge needed to provide high-quality care.

Item Type:	Article
Identifier:	10.12968/jpar.2023.15.1.28
Keywords:	Simulation, Mental health, Education, Teaching
Subjects:	Medicine and health > Mental health Medicine and health
Related URLs:	Publisher
Depositing User:	Laurence Drew
Date Deposited:	20 Mar 2023 08:33
Last Modified:	04 Nov 2024 11:31
URI:	https://repository.uwl.ac.uk/id/eprint/9868

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