4th Thursday Sim Connections
July 23, 2026
Attendees: pgiles4652@bryan.edu, tnsimalliance@gmail.com

Overview

Angel Boling and Dr. Lily Browning presented on an interprofessional education (IPE) simulation at Baptist Health Science University. The simulation integrated senior nursing students and first-year osteopathic medical students using standardized patients. The primary goal was to apply motivational interviewing techniques and nutrition counseling for patients with pre-diabetes and borderline hypertension. The event involved 200 students and required 16-20 faculty members. Feedback highlighted increased teamwork, confidence, and understanding of interprofessional communication. Challenges included staffing and ensuring realistic scenarios. The simulation was well-received, and future plans include expanding to more medical students and extending debriefing time.

Action Items

- Plan and schedule the next interprofessional "Food as Medicine" simulation event in March, expanding participation to approximately 40 additional osteopathic medical students while keeping nursing student numbers unchanged.
- Extend and structure the debriefing session for the upcoming March simulation to be more intentional and longer, ensuring there is sufficient time for deep enrichment discussions from the student teams.

Outline

Introduction and Meeting Setup

- Shana McBrayer welcomes everyone to the Fourth Thursday Simulation Connections meeting.
- Angel Boling introduces herself as the BSN program chair at Baptist Health Science University and secretary and treasurer for the Tennessee Simulation Alliance.
- Angel mentions Dr. Lily Browning, a professor at the Osteopathic Medical College, will be presenting with her.
- Angel explains the unique nature of the interprofessional education (IPE) simulation they will discuss.

Overview of the IPE Simulation

- Angel describes the IPE event titled "Making Food as Medicine Actionable Through Motivational Interviewing."
- The event integrated senior nursing students and first-year osteopathic medical students using standardized patients.
- The primary goal was to focus on the trans-theoretical model and motivational interviewing techniques.
- Angel highlights the importance of communication and collaboration in healthcare to prevent medical errors.

Student Preparation and Simulation Design

- Angel discusses the importance of student preparation, including readings, video modules, and interprofessional communication definitions.
- Both nursing and medical students had access to evidence-based dietary recognitions and videos prepared by registered dietitians.
- The simulation design involved standardized patients trained in two cases: pre-diabetes follow-up and borderline hypertension.
- Nursing students participated twice, while medical students only once, ensuring all students had a chance to engage.

Simulation Flow and Debriefing

- Angel explains the simulation flow, including the nursing student's role in providing a SBAR report and the medical student's role in motivational interviewing.
- Both groups worked together to develop joint counseling plans for the patient.
- The debriefing process included reflection questions and input from registered dietitians.
- Angel emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration in the simulation's success.

Challenges and Adaptations

- Angel shares the challenges faced during the first simulation, including a shortage of standardized patients.
- They adapted by having medical and nursing students observe the simulations, providing valuable learning experiences.
- The second simulation was better prepared, ensuring enough standardized patients were available.
- Angel highlights the need for 16 to 20 volunteers to manage the simulation effectively.

Impact and Feedback

- Angel and Lily discuss the positive feedback from students, including increased confidence and understanding of interprofessional teamwork.
- The simulation helped students learn from each other and understand different perspectives.
- Lily emphasizes the importance of patient-centered counseling and the role of motivational interviewing in healthcare.
- The simulation covered various aspects, including interprofessional work, communication, and nutritional counseling.

Future Plans and Conclusion

- Angel and Lily plan to continue the simulation, with future plans to include more medical students and extend the debriefing period.
- They discuss the importance of flexibility and adaptability in managing the simulation.
- The simulation has been well-received, with plans to present it at upcoming conferences.
- Angel and Lily express excitement about the upcoming event and the potential for expansion to other departments.

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