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Pediatric Toxidrome Simulation Curriculum: Liquid Nicotine Overdose
Arvin Radfar Akhavan1, Rebekah Burns2, Kimberly Stone3
1Emergency Medicine Resident, University of Washington School of Medicine.
Mededportal : the Journal of Teaching and Learning Resources
|February 26, 2019
Summary
Acute liquid nicotine exposure in children is a growing concern. This simulation training improved healthcare providers
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Toxicology
- Medical Simulation
- Emergency Medicine Education
Background:
- Liquid nicotine exposure poses a significant risk to children due to high commercial concentrations.
- Pediatric liquid nicotine toxicity can manifest as altered mental status, seizures, and death.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a simulation-based curriculum for managing acute liquid nicotine exposure in pediatric patients.
- To enhance healthcare providers' skills in identifying and treating pediatric nicotine toxicity.
Main Methods:
- A simulation-based case study was designed for pediatric emergency medicine fellows and residents.
- The curriculum focused on the approach to acutely ill pediatric patients with toxic exposures, emphasizing ABCs and seizure management.
- Didactic and preparatory materials were provided to instructors and learners.
Main Results:
- The simulation training received overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants.
- Participants reported increased confidence in evaluating and managing nicotine toxicity post-training (mean Likert score 4.9/5).
Conclusions:
- Simulation-based education is effective in improving provider confidence and skills in managing pediatric liquid nicotine exposure.
- This resource aids continuing education for providers on pediatric nicotine toxicity.
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