Student Perceptions of Online (Virtual) vs In-Person Interprofessional Education Simulation During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine if a statistically significant difference existed between student perceptions of virtual (online) vs traditional in-person IPE simulation.

Methods: Students (n = 397) from eight health professions at one northeastern university attended either a virtual or an in-person IPE session during the spring 2021 semester. Students were allowed to choose which session type to attend.

Evaluation of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Acute Stress Disorder VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guidelines Training.

Introduction: This study evaluated the use of an online learning platform [Joint Knowledge Online (JKO)] for dissemination of the Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense Clinical Practice Guidelines for Management of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Acute Stress Disorder (ASD). User satisfaction with the training program was assessed, users were asked to estimate their knowledge base about PTSD and ASD, and users provided comments about how they might use the course material in their clinical practice.

Materials And Methods: A total of 4,442 users took at least one of three courses offered via JKO related to the PTSD Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) between July 1, 2019 and June 25, 2020.

Rapid Deployment of Critical Care Nurse Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

This study evaluated nurses' perceptions of a rapidly deployed critical care education program conducted to prepare a community hospital for its transformation to a COVID-19 treatment center. The education included a traditional didactic approach and incorporated experienced nursing support staff at the bedside. Nurses were interviewed about the strengths and weaknesses of the program, and for their perceptions of the additional clinical support.