Optimising expert dyad performance in acute care settings: a scoping review protocol

Area of Science:

• Healthcare teamwork and communication
• Clinical learning and performance optimization
• Scoping review methodology in medical education

Background:

• Miscommunication in clinician dyads hinders effective teamwork.
• Limited research exists on expert learning practices within healthcare dyads.
• Understanding dyad learning is crucial for improving patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To map existing evidence on learning practices used by experienced clinician dyads.
• To identify strategies employed by dyads for achieving excellent performance.
• To pinpoint gaps in current research for future investigation and practice improvement.

Main Methods:

• Utilized JBI methodology for scoping reviews, adhering to PRISMA-ScR guidelines.
• Conducted comprehensive searches across Libsearch (MEDLINE, ERIC, PsycINFO) and Web of Science.
• Included grey literature and reference lists; limited to English language sources from 2016-2021; thematic analysis for data extraction.

Main Results:

• This review is the first to systematically examine learning practices of experienced dyads in acute care.
• Findings will highlight effective strategies for dyad performance enhancement.
• Identified knowledge gaps will inform targeted future research directions.

Conclusions:

• The study will inform the development of best practices for clinician dyad collaboration.
• Results will be disseminated to healthcare systems, including New York City hospitals.
• Dissemination planned via peer-reviewed publications and healthcare conferences.