Debriefing Assessment for Simulation in Healthcare (DASH)

The Debriefing Assessment for Simulation in Healthcare (DASH) is a tool used to evaluate how effectively instructors lead post-simulation discussions among healthcare professionals. After a training exercise, it measures aspects like clarity, engagement, and ability to foster reflection. Its purpose is to ensure debriefings—crucial moments for learning from simulated scenarios—are productive and fostering improvement. By providing structured feedback, DASH helps educators enhance their teaching skills, ultimately leading to better clinical performance and patient safety.