A Nursing School Wants to Invest in Expensive Simulation Equipment

question 19

Multiple Choice

A nursing school wants to invest in expensive simulation equipment.The college president resists, asking why so much money is needed for a computerized simulation mannequin and programs instead of just having students practice in the skills lab.The best response the nursing dean can offer to justify this expense is:

• A) "A day doing simulations can substitute for clinical when census is low."
• B) "Actively engaging in scenarios will improve students' ability to learn."
• C) "Routinely practicing skills in the lab is helpful but boring to students."
• D) "Because other colleges use simulations, we need them to stay competitive."

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