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Simulation training effectively prepares Medical Genetics residents for breaking bad news (BBN) and managing hostile patients. This approach enhances essential communication skills for challenging genetic counseling scenarios.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Genetics
  • Medical Education
  • Communication Skills Training

Background:

  • High-stakes conversations, often involving "bad news," are common in Medical Genetics.
  • Breaking bad news (BBN) is a challenging clinical skill for physicians, crucial in medical education.
  • Current BBN training methods lack standardization; simulation is proposed as an effective solution.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a simulation-based curriculum for teaching Medical Genetics residents BBN and de-escalation techniques.
  • To assess resident preparedness in handling hostile patient encounters during genetic counseling.
  • To determine the perceived value of simulation and feedback in improving BBN and de-escalation skills.

Main Methods:

  • A 4-week curriculum incorporating standardized patient simulation, genetic counselor (GC) feedback, reflective exercises, and de-escalation workshops.
  • Residents disclosed abnormal prenatal test results to simulated hostile patients.
  • Post-simulation surveys and reflection forms were analyzed for themes.

Main Results:

  • Ten residents (6 junior, 4 senior) participated.
  • Simulation, GC feedback, and reflection were identified as effective strategies for practicing BBN and de-escalation.
  • The majority of trainees found the approach successful and recommended its future use.

Conclusions:

  • Simulation-based training, combined with expert feedback, enhances Medical Genetics trainees' ability to deliver difficult news and manage patient hostility.
  • Incorporating counseling and de-escalation simulations into curricula is recommended for Medical Genetics trainees.