Learning Injection Techniques With Simulators: Medical Students’ Perspectives
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: In the present scenario, the exposure of medical students to problem solving and clinical skills acquisition is limited. Administration of medication through parenteral routes is a vital aspect of medical practice. Simulators provide an environment that closely mimics reality, without actual risk to real patient. Objectives: The aim of this study is to obtain students‟ perspectives of the educational value of simulation in learning parenteral injection techniques, and their views regarding the simulation modalities used. Materials and Methods: This observational, questionnaire based study to evaluate the educational role of simulation in learning injection techniques included II-year MBBS students (n=88) at BGSGIMS, Bangalore. Students were asked to respond to the survey elements using a 5-point Likert scale. Results: Majority of the students responded positively to simulation techniques in achieving learning outcomes such as improvement of psychomotor skills and knowledge of injection techniques, self-confidence, better understanding of pharmacology of drug administration and reduced fears of causing patient harm. Regarding the simulation modalities, most of the students highly rated the adequacy of training materials and the expertise and approachability of the faculty trainers. However, 94% of students felt the need for repetitive sessions for confidence boosting. Conclusion: Learning injection techniques through simulation has been positively perceived by students as an educational tool that provides an opportunity for interactive learning without risk to a real patient.
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M. E. Mohan, Lavanya SH, Kalpana L, Veena RM
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