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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Healthcare Simulation
  • Clinical Skills Training

Background:

  • Effectiveness of observation vs. active participation in simulation-based education is unclear.
  • Study focuses on knowledge retention, skills, and self-efficacy in simulated palliative extubation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare knowledge retention, technical/non-technical skills, and self-efficacy between observers and active participants.
  • To evaluate the impact of different simulation-based learning methods.

Main Methods:

  • Medical and nursing trainees were divided into observers and active participants.
  • Knowledge and self-efficacy were tested pre- and post-simulation, with a 14-day follow-up.
  • Technical and non-technical skills were assessed during the simulation.

Main Results:

  • Knowledge improved initially, but declined in active participants after 14 days.
  • Self-efficacy increased in both groups, higher in active participants.
  • Active participants showed better technical skills; non-technical skills were comparable.

Conclusions:

  • Active participation appears superior for self-efficacy and technical skill retention.
  • Observation may be better for knowledge retention.
  • Findings inform simulation-based education design, with a need for further research.