Simulation training is transforming medical education, empowering healthcare professionals with life-saving skills. However, with this new power comes the potential for new, serious challenges including accidents that have occurred despite good intentions and seemingly appropriate safety measures in place.
First, the good ...
The Power of Simulation
- Builds teamwork
- Improves patient outcomes
- Reduces medical errors
And then ...
Hidden Challenges
- Accidental misuse of equipment
- Miscommunication
- Real-world consequences
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
SSH will continue the work started by the Foundation for Healthcare Simulation Safety, which was established to promote education, mitigation strategies, and safe practices for healthcare simulation programs.
So, what can you do to consistently, and SAFELY, leverage the power of simulation? You can:
- Download "Not for human use" labels and use them.
- Abide by the Simulation Safety Pledge
- View and use Simulation Safety References and the Tool Kit
GET LABELS
