The Influence of Simulation Experiences on New Nurses' Clinical Judgment

Background: The increasing incorporation of high-fidelity simulation (HFS) in nursing education warrants further exploration of the contribution of HFS to subsequent development of nurses' clinical judgment. Method: A thematic analysis was performed of in-depth audio-taped interview data from 20 registered nurses with one to three years of work experience. Results: HFS provided students opportunities to think and act in the nursing role and thus supported their ongoing development of clinical judgment. HFS contributed to enhanced learning in clinical settings. Conclusion: The intersection of didactic instruction, clinical experience, and HFS experience is complex. HFS may provide valuable experiences for nursing students. (C) 2018 International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.