- PURPOSE
Use interactive simulation to enhance student knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the area of professional communication.
COURSE OUTCOMES This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
o Demonstrate effective therapeutic communication and relationship skills in providing care to patients and families in critical-care and emergent care settings. (PO 3)
DUE DATE
Refer to Course Calendar for details. The Late Assignment Policy applies to this assignment.
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE
50
REQUIREMENTS
o Computer with internet access
o Access to ATI
o Recommend using Firefox browser and clearing your cookies and cache if you are accessing ATI on laptop or desktop computer
PREPARING THE ASSIGNMENT
Log into your ATI account and select “The Communicator” from the “Apply” tab. Select: “Communication Simulator Case 5” from the choices. This is a 5 stage case starting with Ms. Longly and her family members.
DIRECTIONS AND ASSIGNMENT CRITERIA
o Actual points earned will be based on the highest percentage score earned on the simulation multiplied by the total points possible. Example: If the simulation portion is worth 10 points, and you get 50% based on your performance, you will earn 5 points ( 50% X 10 divided by 100%= 5)
o You may retake the simulation to score higher points.
o Write 150 words on how you would change your clinical practice based on your experience with this tutorial.
o Answer the following question accurately and completely. Include a citation from the state statute or rule that answers this issue: What is defined by state law as a patient being incapacitated?
o Answer the following question accurately and completely. Include a citation from the state statute or rule that answers this issue: Based on the laws of your state, if a patient does not have a medical power of attorney, who are the next three people responsible to make medical decisions for the patient?
o Answer the following question accurately and completely. Include a citation from the state statute or rule that answers this issue: What is defined by state law as a patient being incapacitated?