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Simulation: can it eliminate failure to rescue?

Simon S Cooper, Penny P Buykx, Tracy T McConnell-Henry, Leigh L Kinsman, and Susan S McDermott

Nurs Times 107(3):18-20 (2011) PMID 21329081

Evidence shows the management of deteriorating patients needs to be improved, particularly in midwifery care. In a series of three simulation-based studies in Australia we examined qualified nurses', student nurses' and midwives' ability to manage patient deterioration. Nurses' knowledge levels were acceptable but their skill performance was low and there was a gap between the theory and practice they had experienced. In these high-pressure situations, demographic factors (including educational level) had no impact on their performance, which suggests they need repetitive "high-stakes" simulation, improved feedback mechanisms and enhanced educational processes.

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