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A hands-on microsurgery course for nurses
Mala Satkunanantham1, Sreedharan Sechachalam1
1Department of Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore.
Archives of Plastic Surgery
|May 24, 2021
Summary
Perioperative nurses reported improved microsurgical skills and confidence after simulation courses. Training enhances their ability to assist surgeons, improving efficiency and patient care in complex procedures.
Area of Science:
- Medical education
- Surgical nursing
- Microsurgery
Background:
- Microsurgical procedures demand specialized skills and can be lengthy.
- A skilled perioperative nurse is crucial for efficient microsurgical operations.
- Existing training gaps for nurses in microsurgical assistance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of a microsurgical simulation course for perioperative nurses.
- To evaluate improvements in nurses' knowledge, skills, and confidence in microsurgical assistance.
Main Methods:
- Three microsurgical simulation courses were conducted for perioperative nurses.
- Each course included lectures and hands-on microsurgical practice sessions.
- Post-course surveys evaluated participants' perceived learning and skill enhancement.
Main Results:
- Nurses reported enhanced knowledge of microsurgical instruments, sutures, and microscope setup.
- Participants demonstrated improved handling of instruments and sutures.
- Nurses experienced increased confidence and better prediction of surgeon needs during procedures.
Conclusions:
- A basic microsurgery course significantly improves perioperative nurses' competence.
- Enhanced nurse training leads to smoother, more rapid microsurgical procedures.
- Investing in microsurgical training for nurses is vital for effective surgical teams.
