Effects of a Computational Fluid Dynamics-Based Mobile Education Program on Syringe-Based Wound Irrigation.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Biomedical Engineering
• Wound Care Technology

Background:

• Syringe-based wound irrigation is a common practice.
• Effective wound irrigation requires precise pressure control.
• Current educational methods may not adequately address pressure control nuances.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and evaluate a computational fluid dynamics (CFD)-based mobile wound irrigation education program.
• To assess changes in irrigation pressure control, knowledge, and performance confidence.
• To explore the utility of real-time feedback and numerical visualization in wound irrigation training.

Main Methods:

• A single-group pre-post design was employed.
• A CFD-based mobile wound irrigation program was developed using the ADDIE model.
• Participants (n=34) underwent pre- and post-intervention assessments of irrigation pressure, knowledge, and confidence.
• Paired t-tests and content analysis were used for data analysis.

Main Results:

• Significant improvements were observed in mean irrigation pressure, knowledge, and performance confidence.
• The proportion of participants achieving the recommended irrigation pressure range increased from 0% to 44%.
• Qualitative data revealed enhanced understanding of standards, technical awareness, and reduced skill execution uncertainty.

Conclusions:

• The CFD-based mobile education program shows promise for improving syringe-based wound irrigation skills.
• Real-time feedback and numerical visualization may enhance wound care education.
• Findings are preliminary due to the single-group design, suggesting further research is warranted.