Evaluating the Impact of Operating Room Simulations on Communication Skills and Patient Safety (EIORS-CPS)
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age18-25
SponsorKing Saud Medical City
About this trial
Simulation-based training has emerged as a valuable tool for enhancing communication skills among healthcare professionals. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of operating room (OR) simulations on the development of communication skills for patient safety. The study focused on two key areas: the development of communication skills for patient-centered care and the role of the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist in enhancing communication and patient safety during simulations.
Eligibility criteria
This trial accepts healthy volunteersQualifiers
None
Disqualifiers
None
Trial population
The study population includes medical students enrolled in the MEDI 045 course at King Saud University. These students are actively engaged in clinical education and exposed to scenarios requiring the development of communication skills and adherence to the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist. Key Characteristics: Academic Level: Medical students introduced to clinical practices in anesthesia. Training Context: Students participating in structured educational activities, such as logbook maintenance and simulation-based learning. Sample Size: Approximately 109 students to ensure robust analysis of communication skills and logbook preferences.
Trial design
Design model
Cohort
Time perspective
Prospective
Treatments tested in this trial
Operating Room Simulation Training
Other interventionThe intervention involves high-fidelity OR simulations focusing on critical areas of patient safety, including: Communication Skills: Emphasizing clear communication during surgical procedures. Stress Management: Training participants to manage stress effectively in high-pressure situations. Protocol Adherence: Practicing adherence to the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist. Risk Assessment: Identifying and mitigating potential safety risks in simulated scenarios
Treatment groups
109 Participants
are divided into 1 treatment groupGroup A: Simulation Training Group1 intervention
Trial outcomes
Primary outcomes
1
Improving Patient Safety Training through Simulation
Evaluate the effectiveness of simulation-based training in promoting patient safety with a focus on: Authenticity: Scenarios mirroring real operating room environments. Stress Management \& Communication: Improving interpersonal dynamics, team synergy, and decision-making under pressure. Protocol Compliance \& Risk Evaluation: Ensuring adherence to patient safety best practices. WHO Surgical Safety Checklist: Enhancing communication and protocol adherence. Evaluation Tool: Patient Safety Simulation Assessment Scale (PSSAS). Scale Range: 0-10 Criteria: 0-3: Minimal improvement. 4-6: Moderate improvement. 7-8: Significant improvement. 9-10: Excellent improvement. Higher scores indicate better outcomes.
Time frame
7-8 monthsSecondary outcomes
1
Improvement in Communication Skills during Simulations
Evaluate the enhancement of communicative competencies, placing particular emphasis on: Clarity of Communication: The proficiency in transmitting information with efficacy. Teamwork: The synergy and coordination exhibited within the group. Adherence to Structured Communication Protocols: The implementation of standardized tools such as SBAR (Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation). Measurement Tool: A bespoke Structured Communication Skills Evaluation Checklist (SCSEC) will be employed. Scale Range: 0-10 Scoring Criteria: 0-3: Insignificant clarity and teamwork, accompanied by inadequate adherence to protocols. 4-6: Moderate clarity and teamwork, coupled with partial compliance to protocols. 7-8: Robust clarity and teamwork, characterized by commendable adherence to protocols. 9-10: Exemplary clarity and teamwork, demonstrating complete adherence to protocols. Elevated scores signify superior outcomes.
Time frame
7-8 monthsSponsors and contacts
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