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Learner Objectives:

1. Describe how virtual reality simulation can be utilized to assess residents functionality. your residents and their functions.
2. Discuss how virtual reality simulation can be utilized in your long term care facility.
3. Describe strategies to to create a positive experience for residents using virtual reality simulations.

Nurse Learner Outcome: At the conclusion of this educational session, participants will self-report a knowledge gain of how to increase patient satisfaction by using virtual reality simulation in the nursing home environment to assess residents level of functionality and creating a positive experience for residents.