Central Wyoming College

High-fidelity clinical simulations are incorporated into the curriculum and used in conjunction with traditional clinicals and classroom instruction. A high-fidelity simulation laboratory is equipped with computerized, interactive, life-sized manikins that can be programmed to provide realistic patient responses and outcomes to nursing care. This simulation equipment mimics body functions and disorders and recreates a clinical scenario in a safe, controlled environment where students can make mistakes and learn from them. Students have increased opportunities for learning rather than relying on the ad hoc nature of a hospital day to provide needed experiences. A debriefing following the scenarios allows for reflective learning.

The simulation laboratory can also be used by practicing health care professionals for continuing education and refresher courses that are required by law.