BACKGROUND: The goal of this study was to determine if clinical simulation improved resident confidence in performing critical care skills, neonatal resuscitation, and colonoscopy. METHODS: Residents participated in clinical simulations utilizing high-fidelity medical simulators in a realistic environment. We compared resident responses on pre- and post-experience surveys. RESULTS: Residents reported satisfaction with quality of demonstrations and opportunity for hands-on learning and practice. Residents felt more confident in their ability to apply these skills independently and in the applied context. CONCLUSIONS: Simulation is a well-accepted teaching method for critical care and procedural skills and improves resident confidence.
BACKGROUND: The goal of this study was to determine if clinical simulation improved resident confidence in performing critical care skills, neonatal resuscitation, and colonoscopy. METHODS: Residents participated in clinical simulations utilizing high-fidelity medical simulators in a realistic environment. We compared resident responses on pre- and post-experience surveys. RESULTS: Residents reported satisfaction with quality of demonstrations and opportunity for hands-on learning and practice. Residents felt more confident in their ability to apply these skills independently and in the applied context. CONCLUSIONS: Simulation is a well-accepted teaching method for critical care and procedural skills and improves resident confidence.
Authors: Bridget R O'Connell-Long; Rebecca D Ray; Jay N Nathwani; Rebekah M Fiers; Carla M Pugh Journal: J Surg Res Date: 2016-06-09 Impact factor: 2.192