Matthew Wheeler1, Eleanor Powell2, Philip Pallmann3. 1. Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, Heath Park Way, Cardiff, UK. 2. Department of Anaesthetics, Intensive Care and Pain Medicine, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, Heath Park Way, Cardiff, UK. 3. Department of Biomedical & Life Sciences, Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: Life-threatening emergencies are relatively uncommon in the radiology department, but when encountered, require timely intervention. With an increasing number of critically unwell patients visiting the radiology department each year for both diagnostic and interventional procedures, it is vital that radiology staff are trained to provide basic resuscitation before further assistance arrives. Simulation training is a well-validated, effective method for rehearsing low-frequency, high-acuity events in a supportive and safe environment. The aim of our study was to investigate whether the introduction of a focussed, multidisciplinary simulation course would improve healthcare professional's knowledge and confidence when managing common medical emergencies; including cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis and airway obstruction. METHODS: A multidisciplinary group of radiology staff attended a dedicated simulation teaching course. Participants completed a pre- and post-test questionnaire which assessed a range of knowledge domains and their perceived confidence with dealing with the clinical scenarios. The delegates were then asked to repeat this questionnaire 6 months after taking part in the course to assess their retention of skills and knowledge. RESULTS: Knowledge scores increased by a mean difference of 4 points (p < 0.001). The mean pre- and post-course perceived confidence scores were 4.4/10 and 8/10, respectively. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE: This study suggests that embedding simulation training into the radiology curriculum improves healthcare professional's knowledge and perceived confidence when dealing with common medical emergencies. Although previous studies have looked at the use of simulation training for radiology trainees in the management of selected medical emergencies, to the authors' knowledge, this is the first study to demonstrate these benefits across a range of clinical scenarios, within an interprofessional environment.
OBJECTIVES: Life-threatening emergencies are relatively uncommon in the radiology department, but when encountered, require timely intervention. With an increasing number of critically unwell patients visiting the radiology department each year for both diagnostic and interventional procedures, it is vital that radiology staff are trained to provide basic resuscitation before further assistance arrives. Simulation training is a well-validated, effective method for rehearsing low-frequency, high-acuity events in a supportive and safe environment. The aim of our study was to investigate whether the introduction of a focussed, multidisciplinary simulation course would improve healthcare professional's knowledge and confidence when managing common medical emergencies; including cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis and airway obstruction. METHODS: A multidisciplinary group of radiology staff attended a dedicated simulation teaching course. Participants completed a pre- and post-test questionnaire which assessed a range of knowledge domains and their perceived confidence with dealing with the clinical scenarios. The delegates were then asked to repeat this questionnaire 6 months after taking part in the course to assess their retention of skills and knowledge. RESULTS: Knowledge scores increased by a mean difference of 4 points (p < 0.001). The mean pre- and post-course perceived confidence scores were 4.4/10 and 8/10, respectively. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE: This study suggests that embedding simulation training into the radiology curriculum improves healthcare professional's knowledge and perceived confidence when dealing with common medical emergencies. Although previous studies have looked at the use of simulation training for radiology trainees in the management of selected medical emergencies, to the authors' knowledge, this is the first study to demonstrate these benefits across a range of clinical scenarios, within an interprofessional environment.
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