Abstract

DOIS CASTELLON, Angelina; FARIAS CANCINO, Angélica  and  FUENTES OLAVARRIA, Daniela. Contribution of psychiatric simulated patients to the teaching-learning processes: nursing student perceptions. Index Enferm [online]. 2016, vol.25, n.4, pp.283-287. ISSN 1699-5988.

The aim was to describe the contribution of the simulated psychiatric patients in the teaching and learning of undergraduate nursing students. Method: Data were collected by a self-report instrument. Qualitative content analysis of responses made. Results: sample 157 students, 71.3% reported improved use their clinical skills and 80% that they better prepared for clinical experience. The analysis shows that this methodology allows the integration of theoretical content, reduces anxiety and improves students ability to perform care. Conclusion: The use of simulated patients is a successful methodology that facilitates the transition from the classroom to clinical experience and provides students the opportunity to acquire knowledge and develop clinical nursing skills.

Keywords : Teaching methodology; Higher education; Innovation; Simulated patient.