Abstract

Medication errors within the United States healthcare system have been identified as a persistent issue contributing to extended hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, poorer patient outcomes including death, and lack of trust in the healthcare system. Medication errors can occur at any point in the medication process with nurses playing a crucial role in protecting patient safety during the steps of medication administration and monitoring for drug effects. Study findings indicate that less experienced nurses and student nurses are more likely to make mistakes, citing insufficient or ineffective preparation to administer medications safely. Evidence supports the use of simulation in nursing education to strengthen critical skills, confidence, and competence in nursing students and graduate nurses through the provision of a safe learning environment that protects patient safety, promotes active learning, presents specific and comparable patient situations, and supports error detection and response.

Author Details

Christina Liebrecht, DNP, RN

Sigma Membership

Unknown

Type

DNP Capstone Project

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quasi-Experimental Study, Other

Research Approach

Pilot/Exploratory Study

Keywords:

Simulation, Nursing Education, Standardized Tests, Self-Confidence, Medication Error

Advisor

Martha Sexton

Second Advisor

Susan Pocotte

Third Advisor

Ann Bowling

Fourth Advisor

Susan Montenery

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

The University of Toledo

Degree Year

2017

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Review Type

Faculty Approved: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2017-05-18

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