Characterizing preferred terms for geographically distant simulations: distance, remote and telesimulation

Abstract

This research has deepened our understanding of how simulationists interpret this terminology, including the derived themes: (1) physical distance/separation, (2) overarching nature of the term and (3) implications from existing terms. We further deepen the conceptual discussion on healthcare simulation aligned with the search of the terminologies. We propose there are nuances that prevent an early consensus recommendation. A taxonomy of descriptors specifying the conduct of <i>distance, remote</i> and <i>telesimulation</i> is preferred.