Neonatal videolaryngoscopy as a teaching aid: the trainees' perspective

Area of Science:

• Neonatal medicine
• Medical education
• Clinical skills training

Background:

• Neonatal intubation is a difficult procedure for junior trainees.
• A randomized controlled trial (RCT) indicated improved intubation success when supervisors shared the videolaryngoscope view.
• Experienced neonatologists developed a structured teaching package for intubation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess trainee experiences with neonatal intubation attempts.
• To evaluate the impact of a structured teaching package and shared airway view on learning.

Main Methods:

• Trainees anonymously completed post-intubation questionnaires with Likert scales and free comments.
• Quantitative analysis used descriptive statistics.
• Qualitative analysis involved coding free comments for recurring themes.

Main Results:

• 36 trainees completed 206 questionnaires, reporting guidance as helpful and feedback as educational.
• Trainees felt more confident with calm, consistent guidance and controlled environments.
• Stressors included delivery room settings, unstable infants, and large audiences; consistent guidance was valued regardless of screen visibility.

Conclusions:

• Shared videolaryngoscope view was positively received.
• Controlling the setting, providing standardized guidance, and feedback enhanced trainee confidence and learning.
• A supportive and structured approach improves the neonatal intubation learning experience.