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== I: Concepts In Healthcare and Simulation==
=== A. Demonstrate understanding of trauma and medical conditions ===

*https://meded.ucsd.edu/clinicalmed/

=== B. Identify human (animal) body systems ===

*Khan Academy Intro to Human anatomy and physiology https://www.khanacademy.org/science/health-and-medicine/human-anatomy-and-physiology

*Muscles in Motion http://www.muscleandmotion.com/
*Anatomy 101 Dissection Videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbyUzsHP3Po
*Teach Me Anatomy http://teachmeanatomy.info/

=== C. Demonstrate proper use of healthcare terminology/abbreviations  ===

*SSiH Dictionary [http://www.ssih.org/dictionary]
*Team STEPPS - https://www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps/instructor/essentials/index.html

=== D. Knowledge of common healthcare procedures/principles  ===

=== E. Identify medication administration principles  ===

=== F. Knowledge of medical equipment and supplies ===
*Anesthesia Illustrated http://www.anesthesiaillustrated.com/

=== G. Knowledge of healthcare simulation history  ===

*SSIH Pioneer in Simulation Award to D. Gordon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLnJNLKkAUg

=== H. Understand simulation concepts ===

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== II: Simulation Modalities and Simulation ==



===A. Functional Awareness and Capabilities===
*1. Knowledge of common operating systems and compatibility (e.g. Windows, Mac, and Linux)
**https://pc.net/glossary/
**https://techterms.com/

*2. Knowledge of computer networking terminology and hardware
**https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/computer-science/internet-intro

*3. Knowledge of web based applications and information systems
*4. Knowledge of computer security
*5. Understand the functionality of simulation equipment (e.g. manikins, AV equipment, and healthcare equipment) 
*6. Understand digital/print asset management (e.g. archiving, conversion, and distribution) 
*7. Functional knowledge of A/V equipment, software, and formats for recording, duplication, mixing, and editing
**https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audio_file_format
**https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Video#Video_formats

*8. Understand physical facilities required to deliver simulations
*9. Understand the various modalities of simulation training (e.g. manikins, standardized patients, and virtual environments) 
*10. Demonstrate knowledge of cable connectivity (e.g. audio/video, computer, and healthcare equipment) 
**https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audio_and_video_interfaces_and_connectors

===B. Simulation Operations===
*1. Promotes the simulation environment as a "real" patient care environment
*2. Prepare simulators, part-task trainers, simulations rooms, and other equipment/props
*3. Program simulators, part-task trainers, simulations rooms, and other equipment/props
*4. Operate simulators, part-task trainers, simulations rooms, and other equipment/props
*5. Prepare AV equipment
*6. Program AV equipment
*7. Operate AV equipment 
*8. Demonstrate knowledge of operation philosophies ( e.g. "On the fly", pre-programed, and automated)
*9. Describe moulage principles and applications for various simulation modalities (e.g. manikins, simulated/ standardized patients)
*10. Orient stakeholders to simulation principles, simulators, equipment, and environment
**a. Learners
**b. Faculty/Educators
**c. Standardized Patients

===C. Troubleshooting and Maintenance===
*1. Apply terminology, principles, guidelines, and procedures to troubleshoot:
**a. Simulator hardware issues
**b. Simulator software issues
*2. Apply terminology, principles, guidelines, and procedures to perform preventive/regular maintenance:
**a. Simulator hardware issues
**b. Simulator software issues
**c. Simulation support equipment issues (e.g. A/V, healthcare equipment) 
**d. Simulation interconnectivity issues
*3. Apply terminology, principles, guidelines, and procedures to perform corrective maintenance:
**a. Simulator hardware issues
**b. Simulator software issues
**c. Simulation support equipment issues (e.g. A/V, healthcare equipment) 
**d. Simulation interconnectivity issue

===A. Functional Awareness and Capabilities===
*1. Knowledge of common operating systems and compatibility (e.g. Windows, Mac, and Linux)
**https://pc.net/glossary/
**https://techterms.com/
*2. Knowledge of computer networking terminology and hardware
**https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/computer-science/internet-intro
*3. Knowledge of web based applications and information systems
*4. Knowledge of computer security
*5. Understand the functionality of simulation equipment (e.g. manikins, AV equipment, and healthcare equipment) 
*6. Understand digital/print asset management (e.g. archiving, conversion, and distribution) 
*7. Functional knowledge of A/V equipment, software, and formats for recording, duplication, mixing, and editing
**https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audio_file_format
**https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Video#Video_formats
*8. Understand physical facilities required to deliver simulations
*9. Understand the various modalities of simulation training (e.g. manikins, standardized patients, and virtual environments) 
*10. Demonstrate knowledge of cable connectivity (e.g. audio/video, computer, and healthcare equipment) 
**https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audio_and_video_interfaces_and_connectors
===B. Simulation Operations===
*1. Promotes the simulation environment as a "real" patient care environment
*2. Prepare simulators, part-task trainers, simulations rooms, and other equipment/props
*3. Program simulators, part-task trainers, simulations rooms, and other equipment/props
*4. Operate simulators, part-task trainers, simulations rooms, and other equipment/props
*5. Prepare AV equipment
*6. Program AV equipment
*7. Operate AV equipment
*8. Demonstrate knowledge of operation philosophies ( e.g. "On the fly", pre-programed, and automated)
*9. Describe moulage principles and applications for various simulation modalities (e.g. manikins, simulated/ standardized patients)
*10. Orient stakeholders to simulation principles, simulators, equipment, and environment
**a. Learners
**b. Faculty/Educators
**c. Standardized Patients

===C. Troubleshooting and Maintenance===
*1. Apply terminology, principles, guidelines, and procedures to troubleshoot:
**a. Simulator hardware issues==
**b. Simulator software issues==
*2. Apply terminology, principles, guidelines, and procedures to perform preventive/regular maintenance:
**a. Simulator hardware issues==
**b. Simulator software issues==
**c. Simulation support equipment issues (e.g. A/V, healthcare equipment)
**d. Simulation interconnectivity issues
*3. Apply terminology, principles, guidelines, and procedures to perform corrective maintenance:
**a. Simulator hardware issues
**b. Simulator software issues
**c. Simulation support equipment issues (e.g. A/V, healthcare equipment)
**d. Simulation interconnectivity issue

== III: Healthcare Simulation Program Practices/Processes/Procedures ==
===A. Assist in maintaining reference materials, equipment specifications and operation manuals for all equipment ===
===B. Assist with strategic planning of the technical infrastructure and integration of the simulation center in relation to its mission statement (e.g. technical strategic planning, infrastructure, and emerging technologies) ===
*1. Provide technical recommendations for simulation improvements
*2. Recommend modifications to facility standards and practices related to Technology Services

===C. Equipment and Inventory Management ===
===D. Participate in initial equipment training ===
===E. Utilize resources effectively and efficiently (e.g. money, people, and space) ===
===F. Ensure safe and appropriate use of simulators, part-task trainers, simulations rooms, and other equipment/props===

== IV: Professional Role Development ==
===A. Professional Behavior and Capabilities===
* 1. Promote positive communications and relationships
* 2. Demonstrate awareness of diversity issues (e.g. culture, gender, age)
* 3. Demonstrate awareness of interprofessional team dynamics 
* 4. Demonstrate effective communication (e.g. interprofessional, interpersonal)
* 5. Awareness and adherence to policies and procedures
* 6. Advocates for simulation in local healthcare community
*  7. Understand and adhere to legal requirements of simulation
*  8. Understand ethical implications of simulation
*  9. Understand and adhere to regulatory requirements (e.g. student confidentiality, drug and device, research)
*  10. Demonstrate leadership capabilities (e.g. assume a leadership role in activity, serve as a mentor for a novice operations specialist)

=== B. Life-long learning Strategies ===
*  1. Participate in professional development (e.g. conferences and courses)
*  2. Maintain appropriate credentials
*  3. Demonstrate involvement in the simulation community
*  4. Maintain knowledge of new product research and development
*  5. Awareness of current and emerging simulation practices (e.g. evidence-based practice, technologies, and techniques)

=== C. Research and Innovation ===
*  1. Support research activities (e.g. abstracts/posters, data collection, and grant applications)
*  2. Understand the role of qualitative and quantitative research
*  3. Assist with development of new uses of simulation technology

== V: Instructional Design and Theory ==

=== A. Understand principles of Adult Learning Theory (e.g. Bloom's taxonomy, learning styles)  ===
*Insturctional http://www.instructionaldesign.org/

=== B. Understanding principles of instructional design ===
*1. Problem identification
*2. Needs assessment
*3. Identification of goals 
*4. Creation of learning objectives 
*5. Implementation 
*6. Evaluation

=== C. Understanding principles of debriefing and feedback ===

=== D. Integrate principles of Instructional Design ===
*1. Evaluates session content and recommends modifications 
*2. Research and develop content collaboratively 
*3. Collaborates with content experts to ensure sessions are aligned and consistent with instructional design 
*4. Assist in the development of supplemental materials (e.g. use of checklists and templates) 
*5. Assist in testing/piloting of new sessions collaboratively 
*6. Assist with development of assessment tools collaboratively 
*7. Collaborate with content experts for debriefing and feedback 

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