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The Exchange is an open repository of resources, including free simulation scenarios, links to free virtual simulations, scenario development tools & templates, and assessment/evaluation tools. The Exchange fosters collaboration amongst simulationists for the sharing, improvement, and adaptation of resources. Learn more in the SIM Scenario Exchange™ FAQs and please considering sharing your work.

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Venous air or carbon dioxide embolus

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April 29, 2015

Authors:

Pam Morgan, MD FRCPC, Dept of Anesthesia, Women’s College Hospital, University of Toronto

Interprofessional: Yes

Language: English

Field / discipline: Anesthesia / peri-anesthesia care, Surgical

Modality: Manikin-based

Communication During NRP and in NICU

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March 6, 2025

Authors:

Treena Hanschke BSc RRT

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Field / discipline: Communication, Neonatal

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Basics of collecting a health history

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July 4, 2022

Authors:

Vanessa Klayh, University of Manitoba

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Multiple/General

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Disclosure of Adverse Events – An OSCE Series for Ob/Gyn Residents

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March 30, 2015

Authors:

Amy Nakajima, MD, FRCSC, University of Ottawa
Glenn Posner, MD, MMEd, FRCSC, University of Ottawa

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Obstetrics & maternal-child

Modality: Standardized/simulated patients or real patients

Management of opioid addiction

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July 4, 2022

Authors:

Salima Bano Virani, Centennial College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Mental health

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Medication administration & safety: Adult

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July 4, 2022

Authors:

Lynne Neis, NorQuest College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Multiple/General

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Working with the 2SLGBTQI+ Community: Health Assessment and Conversations

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July 14, 2023

Authors:

Allyson Cooper RN, MN, CCSNE, Kim Pinel RN, BN, MEd, CCSNE, Red River College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: 2SLGBTQI+

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

EMS: Securing a Difficult Airway (VR)

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July 4, 2022

Authors:

Mike Gamble, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Emergency / trauma

Modalities: Extended reality (virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality), Video, Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Initiation of Non-Invasive Ventilation for Respiratory Distress

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February 5, 2025

Authors:

Travis Murphy RRT, Bsc., MSc; Canadore College

Darren Brownrigg, RRT, BKin; Canadore College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Field / discipline: Critical care, Emergency / trauma, Medical

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Bacterial Pathogens By Body Site (Body Interact cases 777 and 786-792)

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July 4, 2022

Authors:

Helene-Marie Goulding, Ontario Tech University

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Microbiology

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Performing Endovaginal Ultrasound

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July 14, 2023

Authors:

Meaghan Jefferson BHSc, MRT (DMS), RVT, CRGS, PME (cand.), Mohawk College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Ultrasound

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Culturally Competent Care to a Patient with Post Operative Bleeding

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September 12, 2023

Authors:

Jobin Varghese, RN BScN MN, Centennial College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Surgical

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Difficult Intubation

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January 24, 2025

Authors:

  • Rewand Latvanen RRT, MEd

  • Lily Sun, RRT, BSc

  • Greg Donde RRT, MSc, FCSRT

  • Fanshawe College, Respiratory Therapy Program

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Field / discipline: Anesthesia / peri-anesthesia care, Clinical Procedures, Emergency / trauma, Resuscitation, Team Collaboration

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Functional Assessment of the Older Adult

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July 4, 2022

Authors:

Paula Mastrilli, George Brown College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Gerontology / geriatrics / aging

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Cultural Safety for Indigenous People in Healthcare

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February 3, 2025

Authors:

Teresa Evans MN, Northwestern Polytechnic

Karen Oostra, MSN, Northwestern Polytechnic

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Field / discipline: Communication, Obstetrics & maternal-child, Reproductive & gynecology, Team Collaboration, Ultrasound

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Quality Control Troubleshooting Simulation

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July 4, 2022

Authors:

Amanda Van Spronsen, University of Alberta

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Multiple/General

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Draw and Order: Special Patients Unit

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July 12, 2023

Authors:

Valentin Villatoro, M.Ed., B.Sc.(MLS), MLT, NAIT

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Medical Labratory

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Supporting Trans and Non-binary Patients in Diagnostic Imaging

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July 11, 2023

Authors:

Meaghan Jefferson BHSc, MRT (DMS), RVT, CRGS, PME (cand.), Mohawk College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Radiology & diagnostic imaging

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

Client and Family Centred Care – Information Sharing

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August 24, 2015

Authors:

Kathryn Parker, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Darlene Hubley, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Laura Williams, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Amir Karmali, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Fields / disciplines: Pediatrics / child & family

Modality: Standardized/simulated patients or real patients

Adapting Communication as Cardiac Sonographers: Challenging or Complex Patient Scenarios

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January 23, 2025

Authors:

Jacqueline Wheatley, DMS, RDCS, FASE (she/her), Mohawk College

Babitha Thampinathan, CRCS, RDCS, FASE (she/her), Mohawk College

Interprofessional: No

Language: English

Field / discipline: Communication, Radiology & diagnostic imaging, Sonography, Team Collaboration, Ultrasound

Modality: Virtual gaming simulation / virtual patient

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