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Impact of a virtual patient simulation on nursing students’ attitudes of transgender care

7 July 2023

By Cheryl Wilson, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, CNE, CHSE, Gerry Altmiller, EdD, APRN, ACNS-BC, FAAN, ANEF, FAAN, Francisco A. Jimenez, PhD

Study findings support experiential learning in nursing as an effective tool in teaching cultural competence and sensitivity when caring for transgender patients. 

Article highlights:

  • Experiential learning in nursing effectively teaches cultural competence and sensitivity for transgender patient care. 

  • Attitudes towards transgender individuals differ between senior and junior nursing students, with senior students being more receptive. 

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Contributors

Cheryl Wilson 

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Cheryl Wilson, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, CNE, CHSE

Nurse Educator

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Gerry Altmiller

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Gerry Altmiller, EdD, APRN, ACNS-BC, FAAN, ANEF, FAAN

Einstein Healthcare Network

Francisco A. Jimenez 

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Francisco A. Jimenez, PhD

Psychometrician

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