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Simulation-based sedation training courses (SEDTC) improve patient safety. Interprofessional, resilience-focused training is essential for effective sedation patient safety, reaching higher Kirkpatrick model levels.

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  • Medical Education
  • Patient Safety
  • Anesthesiology

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  • Sedation for invasive procedures carries inherent risks, potentially leading to mortality.
  • Current simulation-based sedation training courses (SEDTC) often focus on basic skills and may not fully translate to improved patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of simulation-based sedation training courses (SEDTC) in improving patient safety.
  • To determine the necessary components for achieving higher levels of Kirkpatrick model outcomes in sedation training.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing simulation-based sedation training course (SEDTC) methodologies.
  • Analysis of Kirkpatrick model levels in relation to training effectiveness.
  • Proposal of an interprofessional, resilience-focused approach for in-hospital sedation training.

Main Results:

  • Standard SEDTC participation typically achieves only Level 1 (reaction) or 2 (learning) of the Kirkpatrick model.
  • Achieving Level 3 (transfer) and 4 (result) requires experiential learning and consensus among all sedation team members.

Conclusions:

  • In-hospital, interprofessional simulation-based sedation training courses (SEDTC) incorporating a resilience approach are crucial.
  • This comprehensive training strategy is essential for achieving significant improvements in patient safety and sedation outcomes (Kirkpatrick Level 3 and 4).