PREBRIEF MATERIAL +
CURRICULUM GUIDE
Client Name: Having Difficult Conversations- Medical Setting
Simulation Type: Part-Task Trainer
Level: Introductory
Location/Setting: Simucase Virtual Practice
Total Time: 30 minutes
Topics: Generalist Social Work
Referring Provider: Supervisor
Reasons for Referral:
Navigating difficult conversations with patients is a common experience in the medical field. You are a
social worker in a hospital setting assigned to meet with three patients to discuss their individual
medical needs.
How to use the simulation:
Prebrief occurs prior to the simulation.
Tips:
● Orient to the simulation environment and technology.
● Review the simulation scenario learning objectives.
● Plan for the session by reviewing referral information.
● Communicate with learners about the assignment deadline and competency expectations.
● Create a learner contract that outlines participation
Evaluation requirements
Planning Sheet throughout the experience.
● Establish a safe learning environment by clarifying the assignment and encouraging learners to ask
questions.
● Confirm the scheduled debrief.
Debrief occurs after the simulation.
Tips:
● Use the debrief questions provided to facilitate discussion.
● Review and reflect on what was learned during the simulation.
● Clarify areas of confusion or challenge.
● Identify areas of strength or weakness.
● Include learners as active participants.
● Facilitate transfer of knowledge to practice.
(2025) HAVING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS- MEDICAL SETTING: PTT FORM
CURRICULUM GUIDE
Client Name: Having Difficult Conversations- Medical Setting
Simulation Type: Part-Task Trainer
Level: Introductory
Location/Setting: Simucase Virtual Practice
Total Time: 30 minutes
Topics: Generalist Social Work
Referring Provider: Supervisor
Reasons for Referral:
Navigating difficult conversations with patients is a common experience in the medical field. You are a
social worker in a hospital setting assigned to meet with three patients to discuss their individual
medical needs.
How to use the simulation:
Prebrief occurs prior to the simulation.
Tips:
● Orient to the simulation environment and technology.
● Review the simulation scenario learning objectives.
● Plan for the session by reviewing referral information.
● Communicate with learners about the assignment deadline and competency expectations.
● Create a learner contract that outlines participation
Evaluation requirements
Planning Sheet throughout the experience.
● Establish a safe learning environment by clarifying the assignment and encouraging learners to ask
questions.
● Confirm the scheduled debrief.
Debrief occurs after the simulation.
Tips:
● Use the debrief questions provided to facilitate discussion.
● Review and reflect on what was learned during the simulation.
● Clarify areas of confusion or challenge.
● Identify areas of strength or weakness.
● Include learners as active participants.
● Facilitate transfer of knowledge to practice.
(2025) HAVING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS- MEDICAL SETTING: PTT FORM
