Mechanical Ventilation Boot Camp Curriculum.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Critical Care Medicine
• Simulation Technology

Background:

• Mechanical ventilation management is complex for novice providers, posing risks of increased morbidity and mortality.
• Traditional training may not adequately prepare providers for diverse clinical scenarios in mechanical ventilation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline a simulation-based boot camp curriculum for training providers in mechanical ventilation management.
• To enhance provider competency, knowledge, and confidence in managing critically ill, ventilated patients.

Main Methods:

• Utilized a three-day simulation-based boot camp with one-on-one instruction from critical care providers.
• Employed human-patient simulators connected to breathing simulators and mechanical ventilators for hands-on practice.
• Facilitated immediate feedback and troubleshooting in a safe learning environment, covering various pathologies.

Main Results:

• The intensive, interactive training demonstrably increased provider competency, knowledge, and confidence in ventilator management.
• Simulation allowed learners to visualize consequences of actions and practice in a safe, controlled setting.
• The curriculum provides a framework for executing effective simulation-based training.

Conclusions:

• Simulation-based boot camps are an effective method for training providers in mechanical ventilation management.
• This approach addresses a critical need for improved provider skills, potentially reducing patient harm.
• Curriculum executors should consider equipment costs and time commitment for successful implementation.