Simulation-based clinical rehearsals as a method for improving patient safety.

Arnold J, Cashin M, Olutoye OO. JAMA Surg. 2018 Oct 17; [Epub ahead of print].

High-risk industries such as aviation and nuclear power routinely employ rehearsal as a learning technique. Health care has been working to utilize simulation learning in daily work. This commentary reviews elements of a successful simulation program to enable practice of rare or complex procedures as a way to safely build team and individual skills.

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