Pathophysiology for the Pediatric Critical Care Fellow: Three Representative Simulation Cases

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Pediatric Critical Care
• Simulation-Based Learning

Background:

• Pediatric critical care fellowship training requires comprehensive understanding of complex disease pathophysiology.
• A novel simulation-based curriculum was developed by fellows to address this educational need.

Observation:

• Fellows participated in three distinct simulation scenarios focusing on hepatic encephalopathy, sepsis with multi-organ dysfunction, and status epilepticus.
• Learner knowledge and attitudes were assessed post-simulation via debriefing and evaluations, followed by interactive didactic sessions.

Findings:

• The majority of participating fellows found the simulation content relevant and challenging.
• Fellows reported that the simulation scenarios would positively impact their future clinical practice.

Implications:

• This fellow-developed curriculum offers a unique approach to teaching pediatric critical care pathophysiology.
• Simulation-based learning enhances fellows' understanding of realistic clinical scenarios and management skills.