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1Department of Postgraduate Surgical Studies, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland.
Trainees often perceive ward rounds as having low educational value due to barriers like time constraints and lack of engagement. Addressing these issues is crucial for improving medical education during ward rounds.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Clinical Practice
- Healthcare Professional Development
Background:
- Enhancing the educational experience of medical trainees during ward rounds is essential.
- Understanding current perceptions of ward rounds' educational value is key.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review perceptions of education during ward rounds.
- To examine educational activities, learning barriers, and simulation-based ward rounds.
Main Methods:
- Followed PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines.
- Searched MEDLINE, Cochrane, and Scopus databases up to May 29, 2022.
- Included 23 qualitative studies assessing trainee education in ward rounds.
Main Results:
- Mixed perceptions of teaching during rounds, with some negative and ambivalent views.
- Identified barriers include time constraints, interruptions, and lack of feedback.
- Educational activities include observation and patient-specific teaching; simulated rounds show learner satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Ward rounds often present missed learning opportunities and are perceived as having low educational value by trainees.
- Recognizing and addressing barriers is vital to maximize educational benefits.
- Developing structured plans for regular teaching during inpatient ward rounds is necessary.
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