[Contribution of high fidelity simulation to training in respiratory medicine]

Simulation maintains patient safety by limiting the risk of errors. In the medical field, simulation is a method of learning that is developing more and more in the acute specialties but it is still not widespread in the field of respiratory medicine.

To evaluate the efficacy of high fidelity simulation as a teaching tool in respiratory medicine.

This was a prospective and descriptive study including students who had high fidelity simulation training sessions during their traineeship in respiratory medicine. Simulation learning took the form of four teaching sessions. The included students were assessed at the beginning and end of each session by a pre-test and post-test. Student satisfaction was assessed at the end of each session.

Comparing the average student score before and after the simulation session showed an improvement in post-test scores. This improvement was statistically significant for all four scenarios. The majority of students, 60% (N=13), were satisfied with the progress of their internship in the Respiratory Department.

High fidelity simulation is a teaching method that allows the acquisition and/or optimization of several skills. Nevertheless, this method remains undeveloped in respiratory medicine.