Below are frequently asked questions about the IPE Simulation experience.
How do I enroll?
Generally, students can self-enroll in available simulations using the Give Pulse system: https://ou.givepulse.com/group/928089-ipe-simulations
Where is the zoom link?
The zoom link will be in your Give Pulse reminder emails sent to your OU email address.
Do I need to prepare?
Some simulations may have canvas modules to complete prior to the simulation. This work can take 1-4 hours to complete. You will receive an invitation to join the canvas course prior to the zoom meeting. If in doubt, please reach out to our IPE Simulation Coordinator at IPE-Sim@ouhsc.edu.
What is the simulation experience like?
- Students will connect via zoom at a designated time.
- A simulation coordinator will give you instructions in real time. In general, a short content review will start the session.
- Team will be assigned to breakout rooms for team huddle. Each student is expected to introduce themselves and their role on the team and contribute to the huddle discussion.
- The patient experience may be with a live actor or with a pre-recorded actor on video.
- Students are expected to each participate in the patient encounter/plan of care discussion.
- A team debrief will conclude the session.
How is attendance taken?
IPE simulations are participation-based. Students must attend the entire event with their camera and microphone on. The simulation coordinator will track participation and verify attendance in Give Pulse.
Who else will be at the simulation?
Each simulation will have a Social Worker leading the encounter. The encounter will often include patients, some with real lived experience. Participants are encouraged to remember the patient is also a team member. Students from any program may be in attendance. Please be inclusive to their varying levels of training or scope of practice.
How do I change my registration?
Participants may review into their registration records and cancel or change their registration at: https://ou.givepulse.com/group/928089-ipe-simulations.
Helpful links:
Check your registration at: https://ou.givepulse.com/dashboard
Breaking Bad News Simulation
Please email IPE-Sim@ouhsc.edu to sign up for this semester.
Difficult situations and difficult conversations, require certain patient/family-centered communication techniques. This simulation will allow learners a chance to practice team communication skills while exploring scenarios unique to delivery bad news following a health crisis.
The goal of this project is to help students engage in difficult conversations with patients in a team setting to prepare health professions students to be collaborative and patient-centered when delivering team-based care to the community.
Intended Project Outcomes:
- Increase in the number of health profession learners working in teams to deliver difficult news to clients/patients in a patient-centered manner.
- Prepare learners to engage in difficult conversations with clients/patients.
Healthy Weight Simulation
Enrollment is available on Give Pulse. Click here to view all simulation options.
Experience the groundbreaking Healthy Weight Simulation created by health practitioners and community members. This team-based simulation will provide valuable insights into the challenges faced by individuals of higher weights. Step into the shoes of patients, understand the impact of weight awareness, and foster empathy to provide non-judgmental, patient-centered care for stronger provider-patient relationships, and a welcoming health care environment.
Poverty Simulation
Enrollment is available on Give Pulse. Click here to view all simulation options.
In this immersive experience, participants will gain a profound understanding of the challenges faced by individuals living in poverty. Through role-playing scenarios and interactive exercises, health care professionals from different disciplines will witness the complex interplay of social determinants of health, economic constraints, and limited access to resources. This simulation aims to foster critical thinking and problem solving with patients/clients, enabling participants to better comprehend the healthcare environment.
Sexual History Assessment (SHA) Simulation
Enrollment is available on Give Pulse. Click here to view all simulation options.
This 2-hour course will provide a team-based huddle simulation on the topic of sexual history assessments for unique patient populations. Teams will work together to practice the team approach, communication techniques, team huddle best practices, ethical considerations, and exploring roles in team-based care. The simulation will be delivered using the virtual classroom and is available to learners in any program at any campus.
Substance Use Disorders - Intro
Substance Use Disorders (SUD) can affect anyone, from any community, at any age. This team-based communication simulation will introduce learners to core concepts related to substance use disorders. Following a recorded case, teams will then practice rapid team formation to decide on a plan of care.
Learning Objectives:
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Increase knowledge about Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and understand its physical implications.
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Recognize approaches to SUDs and how they impact patient care.
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Increase knowledge of treatment modalities for SUDs, harm reduction, and patient care.
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Practice working as an interdisciplinary team to create a treatment plan for a patient.
Substance Use Disorders - Advanced
As a follow-up to the introductory simulation, this team-based encounter will add additional components of team based treatment and add additional content related to Eating Disorders.
Learning Objectives:
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Practice team communication related to treatment of clients with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs)
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Practice team communication related to treatment of clients with Eating Disorders (ED)
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Practice integrated behavioral health techniques in team treatment planning for patients with SUD and/or ED
Dr. Jess Cotton, Certified Nurse Midwife and Clinical Assistant Professor from the Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing, will be piloting her interprofessional scholarship during the 2025-26 academic year.
Simulation Title:
- Certified Nurse-Midwives: Stronger Together, Interprofessional Education Simulation
Learning Objectives:
- Define the role, scope of practice, and educational preparation of Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs).
- Explain collaborative opportunities and professional boundaries between CNMs and other healthcare professions.
- Demonstrate appropriate interprofessional communication strategies in maternal care scenarios.
- Differentiate appropriate clinical situations for referral, consultation, and collaborative management with CNMs.
- Assess how each profession's contributions impact maternal care outcomes in team-based scenarios.
- Develop an interprofessional plan of care that incorporates CNM practice within a patient-centered maternal health team.
Date & Time
- Details of the simulation are pending.
Registration