# Construction and validation of a model for creating simulated scenarios based on Jeffries Theory

## TL;DR

This paper develops and validates a model for creating clinical simulation scenarios based on Jeffries Theory, using expert input and psychometric analysis.

## Contribution

A validated model for clinical simulation scenario design grounded in Jeffries Theory and psychometric evaluation.

## Key findings

- The model achieved a 94% Content Validity Index and a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.886.
- The model aligns with Jeffries’ key categories including Context, Design, and Outcomes.
- 32 professionals, mainly nurses, participated in the validation process.

## Abstract

to develop and validate a model for designing clinical simulation scenarios based on Jeffries Theory.

qualitative, methodological study based on Pasquali’s psychometrics and Jeffries’ theory, conducted in three phases: (1) theoretical analysis and model development, including expert interviews (n = 20); (2) semantic analysis; and (3) content validation by specialists. Data were analyzed using IRAMUTEQ software. Content Validity Index (CVI) and Cronbach’s alpha were calculated.

a total of 32 professionals participated, mostly nurses with experience in simulation. Theoretical analysis and interviews led to the initial model; semantic analysis refined it; and validation produced the final version. The model showed a 94% CVI and 0.886 Cronbach’s alpha, aligning with Jeffries’ key categories: Context, Background, Design, Simulated Experience, Facilitator, Educational Strategies, Participant, and Outcomes.

the model was validated, being recommended as a structured and scientifically grounded basis for designing clinical simulation scenarios.

construir e validar modelo metodológico para elaborar cenários de simulação clínica baseado na teoria de Jeffries.

estudo qualitativo e metodológico, fundamentado na psicometria de Pasquali e teoria de Jeffries, com etapas: 1) aprofundamento teórico e construção do modelo, entrevistando especialistas (n = 20); 2) análise semântica; 3) validação de conteúdo. Os dados de entrevista foram analisados com software IRAMUTEQ. Calcularam-se Índice de Validade de Conteúdo (IVC) e alfa de Cronbach.

participaram 32 profissionais (maioria enfermeiros com experiência em simulação clínica). Análise teórica e entrevistas geraram versão inicial; análise semântica, a segunda versão; e a validação gerou versão final. Obteve-se alto IVC de 94% e α=0,886. O modelo atendeu às categorias da teoria: Contexto, Background, Design, Experiência simulada, Facilitador, Estratégias educacionais, Participante e Resultados.

o modelo foi validado, sendo recomendado para construir cenários de simulação clínica como base orientadora e cientificamente fundamentada.