Invasive Airway Breathing Circulation Disability: A Comprehensive Course for Emergency Physicians

Area of Science:

• Emergency Medicine
• Medical Education
• Surgical Skills Training

Background:

• The invasive airway, breathing, circulation, and disability (ABC-D) workshop aimed to boost emergency physician competency in critical resuscitation procedures.
• Life-saving skills are paramount for effective emergency room management and patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the enhancement in participants' knowledge of invasive procedures pre- and post-workshop.
• To assess the self-reported confidence levels of emergency physicians after the training program.

Main Methods:

• A pre-test and post-test design was employed to measure knowledge acquisition.
• Didactic lectures were combined with hands-on skills practice using cadavers and mannequins.
• Participants rotated through supervised skill stations, ensuring adequate practice time.

Main Results:

• A statistically significant increase in knowledge scores was observed (p < 0.001).
• Confidence levels in performing procedures like fibreoptic intubation, cricothyroidotomy, and chest tube insertion significantly improved (p < 0.001).
• Thirty-seven participants demonstrated enhanced proficiency in critical invasive skills.

Conclusions:

• The invasive procedural skills workshop effectively increased both the knowledge base and confidence of emergency physicians.
• This training program is a valuable tool for enhancing resuscitation competency in emergency medicine.