Workshop on pediatric trauma care: low-cost simulation.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Pediatric Emergency Care
• Nursing Training

Background:

• Effective emergency care for pediatric trauma is crucial.
• Nurses and nursing students require specialized training in this area.
• Simulation-based learning enhances practical skills and knowledge retention.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of a theoretical workshop and clinical simulation on pediatric trauma emergency care.
• To assess changes in knowledge, satisfaction, and self-confidence among nursing students and nurses.
• To determine the effectiveness of the educational intervention.

Main Methods:

• A quasi-experimental study involving nursing students and nurses.
• Development of a workshop focused on pediatric trauma care with mannequin-based simulations.
• Pre- and post-intervention knowledge testing and administration of a satisfaction and self-confidence instrument.

Main Results:

• Statistically significant increase in participants' knowledge post-workshop (p<0.005).
• High scores on the satisfaction and self-confidence instrument indicated positive participant experiences.
• The intervention effectively enhanced participants' understanding and confidence.

Conclusions:

• The workshop demonstrated effectiveness in improving teaching and learning of emergency care for pediatric trauma.
• The combination of theoretical knowledge and clinical simulation is a valuable educational approach.
• The findings support the integration of such workshops into nursing curricula.