CAN-Sim is proud to provide access to over open-access virtual simulations as well as an additional virtual simulations for our paid and contributing members
These short VSGs were developed by Ontario nurse educators which align with full in-person peer-reviewed scenarios. All resources can be accessed via the links below. French language games are in final development stages and will be available upon request.
Members Only Virtual Simulations
Below is a full listing of all the virtual simulation games available through your membership with CAN-Sim. Click on any of the simulations to learn more about the simulation, target audience, descriptions, etc. If you wish to have access to these simulations become a CAN-Sim member today!
A Guide to Support Clinical Instructors
This virtual simulation explores how a clinical instructor can identify and support a student who is not meeting course outcomes.
Adolescent Substance Use
This virtual simulation game involves a Telehealth Nurse responding to an adolescent’s questions about edible cannabis.
Anaphylaxis
This virtual simulation involves the assessment and treatment of a patient experiencing anaphylaxis.
Assessing And Interpreting Vital Signs
This virtual simulation game focuses on the basics for the appropriate measurement of vital signs.
Assessing Level of Consciousness (LOC)
This virtual simulation involves a post-operative cardiac patient who experiences changes in LOC following a fall.
Assessment of an older adult in an emergency situation
This virtual scenario will focus on an older adult with a fluid volume deficit facing a crisis/medical emergency.
Assessment of the Unresponsive Patient
This virtual simulation game focuses on an unresponsive patient where the player is required to respond to critical thinking questions related to prioritized assessments and nursing interventions.
Breaking Bad News (Part 2)
This virtual simulation game focuses on effective communication strategies when a patient/client is given bad news and engaging in end-of-life discussions.
Cardiac Resuscitation – IPE
This virtual simulation involves a patient in cardiac arrest. The nurse must assess the patient and follow the cardiac arrest algorithm.
Care of a Patient Experiencing Diabetic Ketoacidosis
This is a virtual pre- simulation game involving the assessment and care of a patient being treated with diabetic ketoacidosis.
Care of the Adult Experiencing Respiratory Distress (Presimulation Preparation)
This virtual pre-simulation game focuses on relevant assessment and interventions when an inpatient experiences respiratory distress.
Care of the Client Living with Schizophrenia
This virtual simulation involves a virtual mental health assessment of a young adult experiencing mental health issues. The nurse conducts an assessment to identify symptoms consistent with a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
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