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Brigo MJK, Garbelini MCDL, Coelho ICMM. Confidence degree and skill development in undergraduate medical students using male urogenital training simulators. Rev Col Bras Cir 2024; 51:e20243593. [PMID: 38198355 PMCID: PMC10863649 DOI: 10.1590/0100-6991e-20243593-en] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION medical training should provide the future professional, in addition to theoretical knowledge, general and specific skills. In urology, urogenital training simulators have been presented as an ally in improving the degree of confidence and development of competencies for undergraduate medical students. METHODS exploratory descriptive research with a quantitative approach, of an experimental nature, of the randomized controlled type with cross-sectional cut. Conducted with the students of the 4th year of medicine of a Higher Education Institution in the West of Paraná. RESULTS 91 students attended a theoretical class with a complete explanation of the activities to be performed and answered the initial questionnaire about the degree of confidence to perform tasks in three stations with male urogenital training simulators (prostatic touch, bladder catheterization and scrotal evaluation). Of these, 45 received guidance and training with the simulators prior to the stations, while 46 should demonstrate skills directly in the three stations, mimicking patient care, only with information from the theoretical classes. The students who received previous guidance with the simulators had their scores in the development of competence higher. And, when they repeated the questionnaire about the degree of confidence to demonstrate skills with the mannequins, there was a higher degree of confidence in performing the tasks, except for the execution of a task considered more difficult. CONCLUSION there was an improvement in the degree of confidence and in the development of competencies of undergraduate medical students with the orientations in the male urogenital training simulators.
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VNursLab 3D Simulator: A Web-Based Nursing Skills Simulation of Knowledge of Nursing Skill, Satisfaction, and Self-Confidence among Nursing Students. SUSTAINABILITY 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/su14094882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The use of technology-based learning methods in nursing education is necessary in the era of digitalization, but these methods are limited, especially in developing countries, including Indonesia. We aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Virtual Nursing Skills Simulation Lab (VNursLab), a web-based nursing skills simulation using 3D technology, to improve the knowledge of nursing skills for intravenous catheterization, satisfaction, and self-confidence of nursing students in Indonesia. A quasi-experimental design was used. A total of 139 nursing students participated and were divided into intervention and control groups (69 and 70 participants, respectively). The intervention group had access to the VNursLab 3D simulator for three weeks and had three meetings. The control group had traditional learning (lecture and three meetings). The data were analyzed using the paired t-test, Wilcoxon test, and Mann–Whitney U test. The means and standard deviations of the post-test values in the two groups for the three parameters were 12.26 + 4.11 vs. 9.67 + 3.13 for nursing skill knowledge, 23.00 + 2.32 vs. 21.70 + 2.68 for satisfaction, and 36.25 + 3.48 vs. 34.96 + 3.39 for self-confidence. We found significant differences between the intervention and control groups regarding knowledge of nursing skills (p < 0.001), satisfaction (p < 0.001), and self-confidence (p = 0.014). The VNursLab 3D simulator could be an alternative learning medium to improve nursing students’ understanding of nursing skills, satisfaction, and self-confidence. However, this medium cannot replace direct practical experience. A combination of the two learning methods, virtual-based learning and hands-on practical learning, is beneficial in helping nursing students achieve nursing competencies.
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Del Pozo MS, Redondo C, Fernández FR, Sanz MJG, Ríos JS, Borque-Fernando A. Homogenizing the Teaching of Engaged Medical Examinations to Large Numbers of Students: the Experience of the Digital Rectal Examination. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2022; 37:81-87. [PMID: 32514727 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-020-01789-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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This project aims to complement and homogenise the teaching of indications and technique of digital rectal examination (DRE) through the use of simulators, and subsequently analysed the level of satisfaction with the training and skills acquired. The students were distributed into small groups. One of the workshop's coordinators synthesised indications and procedures of DRE. A teaching video was made with all the contents and was distributed between the trainers. During the workshop, trainers explained the indications and the method of performing the DRE. Then, the selected clinical cases were presented, followed by the DRE by specific simulators. Once the students had completed each exploration, the trainers explained each case and discussed it with students. The following week, an anonymous questionnaire was given to participants to evaluate the workshop. Of the 232 participating students, 53 (23%) responded to the questionnaire. The overall level of satisfaction was higher than 98% (score 4-5), reaching 100% in the evaluation of the practical contents, and 93% of the students would recommend the continuity of the workshop in the next courses. The DRE workshop was well received among medical students, with a high degree of voluntary participation and response rate to the subsequent survey. With this project, we have achieved a greater homogenisation of teaching within the subject of Urology, and greater confidence for the students when facing their future clinical practice.
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- M Sanz Del Pozo
- Urology Department, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Urology Department, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, Spain.
- IIS Aragon, Zaragoza, Spain.
- Department of Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Urology area, School of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain.
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- Department of Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Urology area, School of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Urology Department, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, Spain
- IIS Aragon, Zaragoza, Spain
- Department of Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Urology area, School of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Urology area, School of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Urology Department, Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Urology Department, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, Spain
- IIS Aragon, Zaragoza, Spain
- Department of Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Urology area, School of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
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Berridge CT, Kailavasan M, Logan M, Johnson J, Biyani CS, Taylor J. A training model to teach early management of priapism. Actas Urol Esp 2021; 45:220-224. [PMID: 33541743 DOI: 10.1016/j.acuro.2020.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2020] [Revised: 05/04/2020] [Accepted: 05/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Ischaemic priapism is a urological emergency with early treatment required to prevent irreversible loss of erectile function. Corporal aspiration is the first step in management. Currently, there are no satisfactory training models to develop skills in a controlled environment. We have therefore developed a novel training model to teach trainees the steps of penile aspiration in a safe and representative way. MATERIALS AND METHODS We have developed a priapism model using an old catheterisation teaching model. Face validity of the model was assessed by participants and experienced urologists teaching on a urology boot camp. All had managed at least 5 cases of actual priapism. Responses were reported using a 5-point Likert Scale. Data were analysed using IBM SPSS Statistics V25. The intra-class correlation was calculated using a «One-way Random model». RESULTS Eleven urologists and seven trainees participated in the evaluation. The model appearance was reported as the best simulation trait of the priapism model. Tactile feedback from needle insertion for aspiration was also felt to be realistic with 72.6% reporting it as «Good» or «very good» and 85.7% reported the model to be realistic for needle insertion. Intra-class correlation amongst experts was 0.552. Majority of trainees (83.3%) reported a realistic simulation. All evaluators agreed or strongly agreed that the model provided a good simulated experience that would be useful in training. CONCLUSION Our model provides a realistic simulation of corporal aspiration. It can be used repeatedly. Overall, the proposed model appears to be a promising tool for training junior doctors in the initial management of ischaemic priapism.
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- Bleicester General Hospital, Leicester, Reino Unido
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- Medical Education, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, Reino Unido
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- Medical Education, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, Reino Unido
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- Medical Education, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, Reino Unido.
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- Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Escocia, Reino Unido
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Urology residency positions have steadily increased but applications have remained stagnant. This is an alarming trend given the aging general population and thus increased need for urologists. The purpose of this review is to describe barriers and suggest strategies to encourage medical students to pursue urology. RECENT FINDINGS Barriers to interest in urology include educational factors, such as timing of exposure to urology in medical school, USMLE scores, research experience, and deciding in time for an early match, as well as socioeconomic barriers, such as cost, being underrepresented in medicine, and gender. Steps the urological community can take include increasing involvement in medical school curricula, increasing faculty mentor availability, and broadening students' range of urological experiences. Strategies to encourage interest in urology fall into three categories: creating interest, supporting interest, and removing barriers for students considering urology. Ultimately, the goal is to garner excellent residents in a field that must expand to meet the needs of a growing and aging population.
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- Jubin E. Matloubieh
- Department of Urology, Montefiore Medical Center, 1250 Waters Pl, Tower 1, Penthouse, The Bronx, NY 10461 USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642 USA
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- Department of Urology, Montefiore Medical Center, 1250 Waters Pl, Tower 1, Penthouse, The Bronx, NY 10461 USA
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