Clinical simulation: strategy for training in humanized nursing care
Keywords:
education, nursing; empathy; nursing care; simulation trainingAbstract
Introduction: Nursing care management is grounded in universal principles and interdisciplinary knowledge oriented toward the person's well-being. Clinical simulation has become a training strategy that integrates theoretical knowledge with practice in controlled settings, and its link with training in humanized care is of growing interest.
Objective: To analyze the contribution of clinical simulation to the training in humanized care of nursing professionals.
Methods: A narrative review of literature published between 2021 and 2026, in Spanish and English, on clinical simulation, nursing education, and humanized care was conducted. The search in Scopus, PubMed/MEDLINE, and SciELO identified 192 records; after removing 42 duplicates, 150 were assessed and 13 documents were selected.
Development: The reviewed evidence shows that clinical simulation improves the acquisition of technical and non-technical skills, fosters critical thinking and decision-making, and strengthens competencies associated with person-centered care, such as communication and empathy. The interprofessional approach in simulated scenarios reinforces teamwork and the integration of knowledge.
Conclusions: Clinical simulation is a relevant strategy for training in humanized care in nursing. Its systematic incorporation into curricula contributes to preparing professionals competent for comprehensive care, provided it is accompanied by a pedagogical design oriented toward the values of care.
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