Current Practices and Challenges in Simulation Based Learning: Nurse Educators’ perspective

Background: Simulation based learning (SBL) has emerged as a transformative approach in nursing education, offering safe and controlled environments for skill development, critical thinking and decision making. Current practices emphasize the integration of high-fidelity mannequins. However, several challenges persist, including the high cost of simulation technology, inadequate faculty training, and limited access to resources in underfunded institutions. Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the current practices and challenges in simulation-based learning. Materials and Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional design to explore the practices and challenges of Nurse educators in simulation-based learning. Results: The results showed that most of the Nurse educators (71.4%) view Simulation as a vital tool for improving hands on skills, 64.3% reported challenges in accessing sufficient technology or equipment for simulation. Conclusion: The majority of nurse educators recognize the importance of simulation in enhancing hands-on skills, they face significant challenges in accessing necessary resources like technology and equipment.