How Close Are Interprofessional Debriefers to Meet the INACSL Standards of Debriefing Practices? A Qualitative Study

Abstract

Aim: This study aims to determine whether the debriefings performed by different health professions for nearly a decade meet the INACSL standards of best debriefing practices. Methods: In order for learning to occur in simulation, there must be a adequate debriefing session. An adequate debriefing should be based on the criteria described in the standards of best practices published by the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL). A high quality, adequate, and effective debriefing must be carried out in accordance with each standard. Results: Most of the debriefers are female. Over half had two years or less experience with simulation, and a quarter had training in simulation or debriefing. The results are presented in five contexts (Competent Debriefer, Environment, Effective Debriefing, Theoretical Framework, and Objectives and Outcomes.), which conform to the four standards covered by the INACSL standards of best practices. Conclusions: Except for the feedback, the debriefings do not meet the INACSL standards of best practices. However, the debriefers are aware of the importance of debriefing and are willing to improve their skills. Most of the debriefers have learned debriefing from observation or the literature. With this study, it was ensured that debriefers gained awareness in terms of INACSL standards. At the same time, this study will also provide awareness about the standards for the literature.