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Pilot Study of Feeding Tube Education Using a Graphic-Based Course
Lauren Johnson1, Theresa Maatman2
1Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, seidljohnson@gmail.com.
Background:
Residents receive little formal education about feeding tubes; however, patients experience fewer complications if a formal feeding tube curriculum is implemented.
Objective:
The aim of this study was to evaluate a graphics-based course for internal medicine residents.
Methods:
Internal medicine residents participated in a new course on feeding tube placement and management. Surveys administered before and after the course assessed resident comfort level with the material.
Results:
Based on a 10-point Likert scale, mean improvement in comfort level for 4 scenarios was 1.69, 2.13, 2.44, and 3.07 points (P < 0.001 for all). Ninety-four percent of participants reported the graphics were helpful.
Conclusion:
The new course significantly improved resident comfort level regarding feeding tube placement and management. The use of graphics played a role in increasing residents' understanding.
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