Simulation-based education within respiratory physiotherapy training: a scoping review

Objective
The aim of this scoping review is to provide respiratory physiotherapists with guidance on the implementation of simulation based education

Introduction
In recent years there has been a widespread rise in the adoption of simulation-based education. A scoping review was decided upon by the ACPRC Editorial Board to focus on any new evidence or guidance in the field.

Inclusion criteria
1) Studies investigating the use of simulation-based education within respiratory physiotherapy

2) Meta-analyses, systematic reviews, scoping reviews, randomised
controlled trials and observational studies.

Methods
A literature search was developed and refined through testing. Nine databases were searched between 01/01/2014 and 31/10/2022. Data regarding study design, population, intervention, comparator and control were extracted into a data extraction table. Results were grouped by study design, intervention or context.

Results
141 sources were retrieved from the searches. After initial screening 27 sources were included and after full-text review, 25 were included. Sources included: meta-analyses and systematic review and studies considering pre-registration education, interprofessional learning, part-task trainers and postgraduate education.

Conclusion
There is increasing research output in the simulation-based education field for respiratory physiotherapy. The evidence continues to focus on learner experience. More resources and support are required to increase access to simulation-based education for respiratory physiotherapists