A Better Way to Learn: In Situ Simulation for Hypersensitivity Reactions

Without early identification and intervention, hypersensitivity reactions can result in negative patient outcomes. Chemotherapy - induced hypersensitivity reactions are anticipated during the administration of some cancer therapies ( Polovich , Olsen, & LeFebvre , 2014). Oncology nurses must be able to quickly identify hypersensitivity reactions and implement protocols to ensure patient safety. At Huntsman Cancer Institute Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Infusion Room, the nurses stated a low - level of confidence in their abilities to follow protocols outlined by the institution and intervene appropriately. According to Lasater (2007), simulation enhanced learning leads to better information retention than standard education in high acuity situations.