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  • Medical Education
  • Pediatric Emergency Medicine
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Unintentional pediatric toxic ingestions are frequent, necessitating effective management skills for physicians.
  • Isoniazid overdose can cause seizures, with pyridoxine serving as a specific antidote.
  • Developing simulation-based training is crucial for pediatric resident education in managing toxic ingestions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and implement a high-fidelity simulation case for pediatric residents.
  • To train residents in recognizing toxic ingestions and managing status epilepticus.
  • To educate residents on administering pyridoxine as an antidote for isoniazid overdose.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a high-fidelity patient simulator for a pediatric status epilepticus case.
  • Included simulated medical supplies, a simulator operator, and an actor.
  • The simulation focused on recognizing toxic ingestion and managing seizures with pyridoxine.

Main Results:

  • The simulation case was implemented during an emergency medicine residency simulation competition.
  • Participant feedback indicated the case was sufficiently complex and clinically relevant.
  • High participant agreement suggests the simulation's relevance to clinical practice.

Conclusions:

  • The simulation case was well-received by resident physicians, indicating its potential as an educational tool.
  • Despite implementation challenges, the simulation may enhance training for managing pediatric toxic ingestions.
  • Participant evaluations suggest the simulation effectively engaged its target audience.