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Multidisciplinary Difficult Airway Course: An Essential Educational Component of a Hospital-Wide Difficult Airway
W Robert Leeper1, Elliott R Haut2, Vinciya Pandian3
1Department of Surgery, Western University, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, London, Ontario, Canada.
Journal of Surgical Education
|April 10, 2018
Summary
The Multidisciplinary Difficult Airway Course (MDAC) significantly improved knowledge and received positive evaluations, confirming its vital role in airway management education. This educational program enhances provider skills and teamwork for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Anesthesiology
- Emergency Medicine
- Surgical Education
Background:
- A hospital-wide difficult airway response team was established in 2008.
- The team's educational pillar, the Multidisciplinary Difficult Airway Course (MDAC), aims to improve airway management.
- This study assesses the outcomes of the MDAC program.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the Multidisciplinary Difficult Airway Course (MDAC).
- To assess participant knowledge improvement and satisfaction with the educational intervention.
- To determine the impact of the MDAC on airway management provider education.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive, full-day MDAC was conducted approximately four times annually.
- Training included didactic lectures, hands-on sessions, and high-fidelity simulation.
- Data collected via course evaluations and pre-post knowledge assessment multiple choice questions (MCQ).
Main Results:
- 23 MDACs involved 499 participants with uniformly positive course evaluations (mean score 86.9/95).
- Qualitative feedback highlighted the value of simulation, hands-on skills, and teamwork.
- MCQ scores showed significant improvement: pre-course median 69% vs. post-course median 81% (p < 0.001).
Conclusions:
- The MDAC successfully disseminated airway management principles and protocols.
- Demonstrable knowledge improvement and positive evaluations support the MDAC's ongoing role.
- The course is critical for comprehensive airway provider education and preparedness.
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