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Hani M S Lababidi1,2, Usamah Alzoraigi2, Abdullah Abdulaziz Almarshed2
1Critical Care Administration, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
BMJ Simulation & Technology Enhanced Learning
|August 3, 2023
Summary
Simulation-based training and disaster drills effectively prepared healthcare workers for COVID-19. These preparedness activities identified key areas for improvement in handling infectious disease outbreaks.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health Preparedness
- Infectious Disease Management
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic posed significant challenges to global healthcare systems.
- The high transmissibility of COVID-19 demanded enhanced medical readiness and vigilance among healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate simulation-based training and disaster preparedness exercises for healthcare workers (HCWs).
- To ensure effective and safe patient management protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Main Methods:
- Conducted online COVID-19 knowledge modules for all staff.
- Provided hands-on training for frontline HCWs.
- Executed a full-scale, unannounced disaster simulation exercise in the emergency department, testing six COVID-19 care scenarios.
Main Results:
- 2,620 HCWs completed the online module; 337 frontline HCWs received practical training.
- 94% of participants reported satisfaction and recommended the training.
- The disaster drill achieved a 90% compliance rate with infection control guidelines.
Conclusions:
- Simulation exercises are crucial for identifying and rectifying gaps in healthcare preparedness.
- Regular training and testing are essential for healthcare institutions managing highly contagious diseases like COVID-19.
