NT Simulated Learning Environment (NT Sim Lab)

Information Pack

Important Information

LOCATION

Royal Darwin Hospital, 1st Floor, Yellow Wing, Building 4 (above the library)

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm Available out of hours and at the weekends by arrangement.

General enquiries

ntsimlab@flinders.edu.au (08) 8922 7666

WHAT WE OFFER

• A free simulation/ learning environment • Easy online booking system • Assistance with set up and clean up of sessions • An experienced Simulation/ Lab Technician to assist with

planning and running sessions • An experienced educator/ facilitator to assist with scenario

development, running of sessions, debriefing and program design

• Free loan of equipment for use in your own healthcare environment (conditions apply).

• AV/IT support is provided through the Flinders ICT team.

Some feedback “I really enjoy role play and hands

on activities paired with didactic presentation”

(Year 3 Medical Student)

“The interaction helps improve our skills and our confidence in talking

to patients” (Year 3 Medical Student)

“The session was very beneficial to help improve confidence of ED

practitioners when dealing with a pregnant critically ill patient”

(ED Educator)

“Very realistic. Good feedback session and opportunities for

questions” (Medical Registrar)

“The session was very realistic and I learnt an important clinical skill”

(Year 1 medical student)

“Good learning environment and I can see how skills help in emergency”

(Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Healthcare Professional student)

“The use of the mannequins was imperative in understanding and

responding to the scenario” (Pharmacy Student)

“Very informative. Found out flaws while attending emergency

situations and learning a systematic team approach”

(Paediatric Nurse)

“Good practice of role assignment and teamwork”

(Paediatric Registrar)

“Repetition of NVB boosts confidence. Thanks” (Midwife student)

Recent and upcoming events

Please click on the link to find the NT Sim Lab Bookings and Calendar of event. http://www.flinders.edu.au/medicine/sites/nt-clinical-school/nt-simulation-lab/nt-sim-lab-bookings.cfm

Training for facilitators and instructors

The NT Sim Lab offers individualised training for new and old facilitators and instructors on the use of mannequins, technology equipment and how to develop and run simulations. Please contact the NT Sim Lab if you would like to participate in a training session.

NT Sim Lab layout Royal Darwin Hospital, 1st Floor, Yellow Wing, Building 4

LECTURE / DEBRIEF

FACILITIES

Room descriptions

Ward space Room type: Ward space for scenarios Capacity: Can accommodate up to 2-3 stations (clinical skills or scenarios); 6-8 learners at a time Details: Hospital ward equipment and consumables (e.g. resuscitation trolley, IV poles, patient trolleys), whiteboard, chairs and teaching tables; video recording equipment for filming of scenarios

Consult room 1 Room type: Consult room for simulated patient scenarios Capacity: up to 4 learners, 1 educator, 1 simulated patient Details: as per a GP consult room (patient paperwork, computer, ophthalmoscope etc.); video recording for filming of scenarios

Consult room 2 Room type: Consult room for simulated patient scenarios Capacity: up to 4 learners, 1 educator, 1 simulated patient Details: as per a GP consult room (patient paperwork, computer, ophthalmoscope etc.); video recording for filming of scenarios

Observation room Room type: for observing Consult Rooms and Ward Space Capacity: up to 12 observers Details: one way mirrors, headphones; this room may also be used to conduct small tutorials/ lectures with portable computer/ screens

Tech and storage room Room type: for controlling filming and remotely running mannequins; storage facility for simulation equipment Capacity: up to 2 educators Details: one way mirrors, headphones

Walker room Room type: classroom Seating Capacity: up to 25 learners and 2 educators Details: video conferencing, speakers, TV displays, touch panel control system, recording equipment

Equipment SIMULATORS

Capital Description Qty

SimMan 3G SimMan 3G comes with a long list of advanced features. A wide range of scenarios can be simulated using SimMan 3G. 1

ALS A realistic interactive training mannequin for simulating a wide range of advanced life saving skills in medical emergencies. 1

MegaCode Kelly A cost-effective mannequin for training a wide range of advanced lifesaving skills. We have 2 x Advanced and 2 x Basic mannequins. 4

MegaCode Kid For training in a wide range of paediatric advanced life saving skills in pre-hospital emergencies 1

SimMom An advanced full-body interactive birthing simulator enabling a wide wide range of midwifery and obstetric skills to be taught. 1

Nursing Baby Includes sounds auscultation, IV and IO skills, urinary catheterization and general paediatric patient care. 1

Newborn Anne Anne can be intubated; a UVC inserted; she has intraosseus access, can have meconium aspirated and has a pulsating umbilical stump. 2

TASK TRAINERS Fat Fred CPR

Trainer Provides exposure to a larger and older patient for CPR training to show the adaptations required for this type of patient. 3

Junior CPR Trainer Life-like child trainer used to learn basic CPR techniques. 4

Adult Airway Management

Lifelike upper torso and head simulates real-world complications when practicing a variety of intubation, ventilation, and suction techniques. 2

Infant Airway Management

Provides the realistic anatomy of a 3-month-old infant for teaching and practicing basic and advanced airway management skills. 2

PICC Line Trainer Upper torso model with right arm designed for practicing insertion, care, and removal of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Lines. 1

IV cannulation arms

Full size, male, female and child arms for intravenous cannulation practice. 2 of each

Vascular Access Chest

A human torso with detachable right arm designed for the insertion, care, and removal of common long-term vascular access routes. 1

Urinary Catheter Trainer

Provides realistic anatomy for male and female urinary catheter insertion and removal 4 of each

Perineal Repair Trainers

Perineal models provide Drs and Midwives with the ability to develop skills and practice perineal repair. 6

Pneumothorax Trainer

This task trainer allows learners to perfect the art of chest decompression and insertion of a chest tube 1

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT AED 4 Ophthalmoscopes, otoscopes and BP cuffs 4 iSimulates 3 Bone Injection Gun Training Kits 2 CardioPerfect 12-lead Resting ECG 1 Suturing equipment Plastering and splinting equipment Consumables- IV/ dressing packs, catheters, cannulas, suturing material, gloves, bluey’s etc. can be supplied at request.

Equipment

MegaCode Kelly MegaCode Kid

SimMan 3G

ALS Mannequin

Sim Mom Nursing Baby

PICC Line Trainer

Vascular Access Chest Urinary Catheter Trainers

Infant Airway Management Trainer Adult Airway Management Trainer

Multi-venous IV Arms

Trauma Kits (Paed and Adult)

AED Training System Wireless SimPad System

iSimulate ALSI System CardioPerfect 12-lead Resting ECG

BIG Intra-osseous Injection Training Kit

Nasogastric Tube and Tracheostomy Care

Pneumothorax Trainer

Perineal Repair Task Trainer

Fat Fred CPR Trainer Paediatric Brad CPR Trainer

GENERAL USER GUIDELINES

1. Users and visitors are asked to sign in and out using the book at the entrance.

2. Users and visitors are required to store their personal belongings in the Walker Room. The Lab is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

3. Users are expected to be punctual for their sessions.

4. Users are expected to adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct while using the NT Sim Lab.

5. Users are not permitted to photograph or video any activities at the Lab unless authorised to do so.

6. Users are asked to sign a video/photograph release form prior to any simulation activity

7. Please keep the doors closed at all times.

8. Gloves must be worn when handling any equipment including the mannequins.

9. NO food is to be taken into the NT Sim Lab. Food or drink may be consumed in the Walker Room.

10. NO pens and markers are to be used near the mannequins. It is impossible to remove the marks.

11. Observe all safety notices and emergency procedures and report all injuries to staff. The First Aid box is located on the table near the front wall.

EQUIPMENT 12. Know the equipment. Do not use equipment if you have not received the appropriate

training.

13. All users are required to attend a simulation training session before utilizing the mannequins.

14. All medications used in clinical practice scenarios are either expired or simulated. They are not to be used for patient medication under any circumstances.

15. Report any breakages or damaged or malfunctioning equipment to Lab Staff.

16. Equipment must not be removed or borrowed from the NT Sim Lab without prior approval from Lab Staff.

17. The NT Sim Lab should be left clean and tidy by all learners and staff. Clean up after yourself and put everything back where it belongs.

Remember: the equipment is valuable. Please treat it with care.

Booking process

Any questions contact: (08) 8922 7666

ntsimlab@flinders.edu.au

Go NT Simulated Learning Environment at www.flinders.edu.au/ntsimlab

Fill out the booking form at least 2 weeks prior to your session

Wait for confirmation from the NT Sim Lab team

As necessary, arrange a time to come in and visit, at least 3 days before your session

STUDENT Evaluation Form

SESSION INFORMATION

Date: SIMULATION SESSION TITLE:

STUDENT INFORMATION

Area of healthcare

Student type and year level

FEEDBACK

Please circle your response: Great (5)

Good(4) Average (3)

Poor (2) Very poor (1)

Overall Ranking of the Session What worked well in this session?

What didn’t work well in this session?

What 3 things you have learnt from this session?

Comments

INSTRUCTOR Evaluation Form

To help us improve your Simulation Training experience, please complete the following Feedback Form and email to ntsimlab@flinders.edu.au or fax to (08)8922 7928

SESSION INFORMATION

Date: TRAINING EVENT:

Session start time : Session finish time:

USER INFORMATION

Trainer/Educator numbers : Type:

Learner numbers: Type:

FEEDBACK

Was the purpose or goal of the training event met? Yes No

If not, why not?

Rank each category on a scale of 1-5 with 5 being excellent.

Excellent (5)

Very good

(4)

Acceptable (3)

Needs improvement

(2)

Poor (1)

Not applicable

(N/A)

Overall evaluation based on feedback from your participants

The booking process The condition of the facility The set-up of the facility Staff assistance I would use this training facility again

What worked well?

What didn’t work well?

What equipment would you like the Simulation Lab to provide in the future?

Any other comments:

PARTICIPANT Evaluation Form

To help us improve your Simulation learning experience, please complete the following Feedback Form and hand back to your facilitator/educator

SESSION INFORMATION

Date: TRAINING EVENT:

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

Area of healthcare i.e. nursing, medicine, allied health etc.

Professional title

FEEDBACK

Please circle your response: Strongly agree (5)

Agree (4)

Uncertain (3)

Disagree (2)

Strongly disagree (1)

The session had clearly articulated objectives 5 4 3 2 1

The session met its stated objectives 5 4 3 2 1 The session addressed my learning needs 5 4 3 2 1 The briefing was done well 5 4 3 2 1 The simulation scenario(s) was/were realistic and compelling 5 4 3 2 1

The team performance was realistic and compelling 5 4 3 2 1

The facilitator/s led the session well 5 4 3 2 1 The facilitator/s gave good feedback 5 4 3 2 1 Enough time was allocated to feedback 5 4 3 2 1 The facilities were conducive to learning 5 4 3 2 1 I would attend further simulation training sessions like this in the future 5 4 3 2 1

Overall value of this training session 5 4 3 2 1

What were the strengths of the session?

What were the weaknesses of the session?

Any other comments

Teaching Session Plan

Topic Target Group Mode of Delivery

Session Title Date & Duration of Session Assumed Knowledge

Session Aim

Specific Session Objectives At the end of this session, participants will:

Resources required/ Room Set Up

Pre-reading / participant preparation prior to session

Outline of Session Time Topic and Content Activity Resources

Required Facilitator

Break

Close Farewell and clean up

Scenario Run Sheet

Scenario Overview Topic No. participants Scenario Title

Scenario Duration

Scenario Brief Time

Scenario Run Time

Scenario Debrief Time

Brief summary given to participant Learning Objectives Scenario Aim

Specific Scenario Objectives

1. 2. 3.

Participant Information Participant Roles Facilitator Roles

• Facilitate scenario • External communication within scenario • Complete treatment checklist • Debrief participants

Equipment List (Tick/ highlight what you require) Mannequins □ Sim mom □ Sim man □ ALS □ Mega Code Kelly □ Mega Code Kid □ Nursing Baby Simulated Patient (actor) □ Number____

Task trainers □ IV cannulation arms □ Catheterisation trainer □ Airway trainer adult □ Airway trainer infant □ Fat Fred CPR trainer □ Junior CPR trainer □ Ultrasound machine □ PICC line trainer □ Vascular access chest trainer □ Suturing models □ Perineal repair trainer

Consumables □ PPE (gloves, gowns, glasses) □ Resus trolley (stocked as per RDH) □ Stethoscope □ IV cannulation equipment □ IV fluids and lines □ Blood products □ Dressing packs □ Medications

Additional Equipment □ iSimulates □ AED □ Opthalmoscopes □ 12 Lead ECG □ Intraosseous trainer □ Trauma kit adult □ Trauma kit paed

Documentation □ Medication □ Inpatient notes □ ED Triage □ Pathology/ radiology forms □ Other:

Diagnostics □ ECG □ XRAY □ CXR □ CTG □ FAST □ Other:

Other Equipment: Patient Information/ Medical History Patient Demographics:

History of presenting complaint:

Previous Medical History:

Mannequin Set Up (if applicable) Time:_______ Temp HR BP RR SaO2 GCS BSL

Time:_______ Temp HR BP RR SaO2 GCS BSL

Time:_______ Temp HR BP RR SaO2 GCS BSL

Time:_______ Temp HR BP RR SaO2 GCS BSL

Time:_______ Temp HR BP RR SaO2 GCS BSL

Other mannequin settings: Proposed Correct Treatment

Case Considerations/ teaching points

• Use of ISBAR for handover/ communication • ABCDE • Role allocation

Debrief/ Feedback General opening questions frequently used to start the debriefing session: How was the scenario? Scenario specific questions: What is wrong with this patient? (Comprehension) (i.e clear communication through the team) What medications / investigations may be required, where do they need to go? (Projection) (ask one of the junior medical staff) General wrap-up questions frequently used to close the debriefing session: What did you find most beneficial about this scenario? What was the most challenging point within this scenario? What is 1 thing you learned?