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A blended approach to invasive bedside procedural instruction.
Joshua Lenchus1, S Barry Issenberg, Daniel Murphy
1University of Miami – Jackson Hospital Center for Patient Safety, 1611 NW 12 Avenue, Institute building, 4th floor, Miami, FL 33136, USA. jlenchus@med.miami.edu
Medical Teacher
|September 30, 2010
Summary
A blended, standardized curriculum significantly improved Internal Medicine residents' medical knowledge and technical skills in invasive bedside procedures. This training enhanced resident performance in critical procedural competencies.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Internal Medicine
- Procedural Training
Background:
- Internal Medicine residents require proficiency in invasive bedside procedures.
- Standardized curricula are essential for consistent skill development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of a blended, standardized curriculum on Internal Medicine residents' procedural knowledge and skills.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a novel training program for invasive bedside procedures.
Main Methods:
- A blended curriculum was developed including video instruction, faculty-led discussions, and hands-on practice with simulators.
- Participants underwent pre- and post-intervention assessments of medical knowledge and technical skills.
- Performance on mannequins was compared to initial patient encounters.
Main Results:
- All participants showed statistically significant improvement in medical knowledge (p < 0.05).
- Technical skills also demonstrated significant pre- to post-intervention improvement (p < 0.05).
Conclusions:
- A blended, standardized curriculum effectively enhances medical knowledge and technical skills for invasive bedside procedures.
- This training approach is valuable for improving resident competency in critical procedures.
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