Role Reversal: In-Situ Simulation to Enhance the Value of Interprofessional Team-Based Care.

BACKGROUND

Effective interprofessional team-based care relies critically on understanding and valuing the role of each team member. Using role reversal with multiple levels of interprofessional education trainees, we developed an in-situ simulation learning experience to enhance team-based care coordination.

METHOD

A mixed-methods approach was used to examine participants' readiness, perceived value, and attitude toward interprofessional learning using in-situ simulation in the context of role reversal.

RESULTS

Data collected to explore the attitudes related to collaboration in solving a complex clinical case revealed that trainees valued the interprofessional educational (IPE) experience, perceived simulation-based learning as conducive to understanding professional roles, and recognized the value of a team-based approach to Veteran-centered care.

CONCLUSION

In-situ simulation using role reversal provides a rich and practical approach for IPE implementation where interdisciplinary role appreciation and team-based care can be promoted.