In this simulation, students are presented with a valuable opportunity to enhance their job interview skills, focusing on presenting themselves as confident and competent candidates while avoiding egotism or arrogance. The goal is to prepare students for real-world interviews by exposing them to common interview questions, promoting quick thinking, encouraging reflection on past job experiences, and helping them overcome interview anxiety.

In this simulation activity, learners will participate in an initial evaluation with Hazel Marinos, an outpatient client who recently suffered a myocardial infarct and was hospitalized for seven days before being discharged with orders for PT and OT. Learners will perform a functional ROM test and an orientation test, learn about Hazel's current living situation, and any equipment she has in the home. They will provide her with a brief precaution about wearing a sling that was not prescribed by her doctor. Hazel is a 58-year-old, married woman who works as a cashier at a local supermarket and has a history of smoking and obesity. Learners will need to be compassionate in their interaction and ask open-ended questions to understand Hazel's needs better. The simulation is designed to help learners develop the skills and confidence needed to work with clients facing physical health challenges, including communication, goal-setting, and coping mechanisms.

In this simulation activity, occupational therapy (OT) students conduct an inpatient evaluation of Mr. Parks, a 68-year-old man with a six-year history of progressively worsening Parks' disease symptoms, including tremors, bradykinesia, and stiffness. His chief complaints include tremors, mobility difficulties, and wrist pain following a fall. Living alone in NYC, Mr. Parks' adult son is concerned about his father's hygiene and safety. During the evaluation, students assess his functional limitations, neurologic symptoms, medication history, and diagnostic test results. The goal is to create a personalized plan addressing daily activities, motor skills, energy conservation, and mobility using assistive devices. This plan aims to enhance Mr. Parks's independence and quality of life while monitoring his disease progression through follow-up appointments with his neurologist and OT assessments.

In this simulation activity, healthcare students will participate in a post-operative appointment with Hugo, who recently underwent a prostatectomy under general anesthesia. Hugo's surgeon recommended an epidural for pain relief, which Hugo and his wife were unsure about but ultimately agreed to. During the simulation, students will be prompted to assess Hugo's pain level and evaluate the effectiveness of the epidural. This simulation is designed to help healthcare students develop the skills and confidence needed to provide quality care to patients after surgery, including assessing pain levels and evaluating the effectiveness of pain management strategies. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, students will be better prepared to provide quality care to patients in their future healthcare careers.

In this simulation activity, nursing students will participate in an emergency room assessment with Patty, who was brought in by paramedics after a neighbor found her unconscious in her car. The car had been left running while the garage door was closed, causing exhaust fumes to build up around Patty. She recently lost custody of her two children and had some other setbacks in her life, but she still initially claims she wasn't trying to commit suicide. She swears she was just listening to music and accidentally left the garage door closed. During the simulation, students will be prompted to use their assessment skills to evaluate Patty's physical and mental health, address her potential suicidal ideation, and develop a care plan that addresses her needs. This simulation is designed to help nursing students develop the skills and confidence needed to work with patients who have experienced trauma and are facing mental health challenges, including assessment, communication, and care planning. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, students will be better prepared to provide quality care to patients in their future nursing careers.

In this simulation activity, healthcare students will conduct a general wellness check-up on Gordon, an assisted living facility resident. As they go through the check-up, students will be prompted to address sensitive topics with Gordon, such as his inquiry about a possible Viagra prescription. This simulation is designed to help students develop the skills and confidence needed to provide comprehensive care to patients, including addressing sensitive topics in a professional manner. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, students will be better prepared to provide quality care to patients in their future healthcare careers.