Effectiveness of Bi-lingual Multidisciplinary Simulation-based Training in Improving Communication and Breaking Bad-News Skills
Journal Title: The Journal of Medicine, Law & Public Health (JMLPH) - Year 2022, Vol 2, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: Healthcare worker (HCW)-patient communication is an essential element of every patient’s journey, and evidence links good communication with favourable patient experiences and outcomes. Simulation-based training (SBT) is a promising and effective tool to improve such communication. Aim: To develop a bilingual SBT programme in communication skills for all HCWs in an academic tertiary hospital, to improve patient care, experiences and outcomes. Methods: This was a quasi-experimental design, conducted in 2018 at King Abdulaziz University (KAU). We designed and delivered a bilingual, simulation-based, full-day course for HCWs (both clinical and administrative), and measured its impact by comparing pre- and post-course test scores, participant feedback, and instructor performance satisfaction indices. Results: We trained 318 HCWs over 15 days, using 10 instructors. Post-test scores showed individual and overall improvement. The average scores were 26.6% (14-40%) for the pre-test and 55.8% (37-70%) for the post-test, with an average improvement of 29% (P<0.005). Participant feedback was 77% positive and in favour of more training. The average instructor performance satisfaction score was 96.2% (92-99%). Conclusion: We demonstrated the positive impact of SBT on communication skills for both clinical and administrative HCWs. We also demonstrated the sustainability and scalability of this course.
Authors and Affiliations
Baraa Tayeb, Jameel Abualenain, Wadeeah Bahaziq, Loui Alsulimani, Abeer Arab , Abdulaziz Boker
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- DOI https://doi.org/10.52609/jmlph.v2i1.38
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