Healthcare Simulation: An Effective Learning Method in Healthcare

Simulation-based learning has increasingly been adopted in healthcare education to enhance practical skills, confidence, and preparedness in real clinical settings and to ensure patient safety. This narrative review analyzed 15 relevant articles published between 2010 and 2020 to explore the theoretical foundations, advantages and disadvantages, and pedagogical strategies of simulation in health care education, as well as effective educational strategies for healthcare simulation Furthermore, it presents a brief discussion on the current uses of simulation, followed by the educational strategies related to simulation and the importance of debriefing in simulation activities. The results indicate that simulation can enhance students' clinical skills and confidence. The findings suggest that simulation is an effective educational approach when properly integrated into curricula, with debriefing and structured feedback playing critical roles in maximizing its benefits. the main objective of this paper was to use existing literature to explore aspects of simulation in healthcare teaching. In healthcare education, simulation-based learning offers a safe environment for practicing clinical skills and decision-making without risking patient safety. It bridges theory and practice, while also strengthening teamwork, communication, and critical thinking. With advancing medical technologies and increasingly complex patient needs, simulation has become essential for preparing competent professionals who can deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care.