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C922__Template__APA_7th_edition__2_.docx C922 Virtual Simulation Technology Western Governors University Executive Summary As technology continues to evolve, educational and nursing p... ractices must also evolve to continue to provide safe effective care to the patients and communities they serve. The current technology of using simulated labs and onsite clinical experiences for students™ hands-on teaching no longer meets students' and educators' needs due to restrictions in place related to the recent COVID-19 pandemic. This proposal provides an explanation of the current gaps and why virtual simulation technology (VST) should be implemented. A literature review was conducted to uncover solutions for the gaps identified in the needs-gap analysis. The analysis process is explained along with the gaps that were revealed. A need for alternate means of clinical experiences for students was found to be the primary gap. The proposal includes a review of five sources that support the use of virtual simulation technology. The stakeholders and methods used for collaboration are discussed. Surveys found that faculty and students were open to the implementation of virtual simulation technology. The challenges arising from the sole use of simulation labs and onsite clinical experiences are reviewed. Recent closures of schools and student restrictions at healthcare facilities used for clinical experiences have created additional challenges that can be addressed using VST. A force-field a. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . [Show More]

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