Student Instructions for Standardized Simulation NR341/342 Susan Weil

Student Instructions for Standardized Simulation NR341/342 Susan Weil

PURPOSE:
The following information is to be used in guiding your preparation and participation in the scenario for this
course. This document will provide applicable course outcomes in preparation for your simulation.
SCENARIO OVERVIEW:
Susan Weil, who has a history of hypertension and osteoporosis, sustained a fall at a neighbor’s home. This
occurred on Tuesday afternoon and was admitted to the emergency department. The client complains of
severe right hip pain and explained hip was injured due to a fall from a neighbor’s porch. An X-ray
confirmed a right subcapital hip fracture and required the client to be admitted to the medical-surgical
unit for hemiarthroplasty. The surgery and postoperative recovery period have been uneventful except
for moderate blood loss and a blood transfusion. The scenario takes place on the telemetry unit on
Wednesday at 1045, where the client suddenly complains ofshortness of breath and chest pain.

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STUDENT ROLES DURING SIMULATION:
During pre-briefing, you will be assigned one of these roles according to the description below to participate in
the simulation as a nurse.
Charge Nurse (1):
The charge nurse is responsible for the overall organization of safe, quality patient care. You are the team leader
and serve as a resource to all interdisciplinary members and are responsible for the appropriate delegation of
duties. You will serve as the point person for communication and can anticipate speaking with the physician or
other primary care provider, ancillary support services, and others directly involved with the care being
provided. You must be knowledgeable about the patient’s condition and able to dictate orders obtained and
assist with implementation if needed. Additionally, be prepared to prioritize care and anticipate futureneeds. Student Instructions for Standardized Simulation NR341/342 Susan Weil
Medication Nurse (1):
The medication nurse is responsible for all actions and documentation related to the safe administration of
medications. You will identify and correct any medication errors related to prescribing or distribution. This may
include speaking with the physician or primary care provider. Prior to administering medication, you will assure
the “Rights of Medication Administration.” You must be knowledgeable regarding the action and expected effects
of the medications being administered and are responsible for monitoring and reporting any adverse reactions or
unforeseen consequences of administration. Part of your role includes verifying medication calculations with a
colleague and identifying any incompatible drug combinations.
Documentation Nurse (1):
The documentation nurse is responsible for the recording of all patient event activities during the simulation
except for medication administration. You are responsible for documenting assessments, interventions, and
outcomes on the designated tool (paper or electronic). Be prepared to read back and verify your
documentation when requested and/or clarify the details. Additionally, you will be part of the
interdisciplinary team and will contribute observational assessment findings including but not limited to
changes in vital signs, alerts, psychosocial needs, and anticipated care. Student Instructions for Standardized Simulation NR341/342 Susan Weil