A multidimensional workshop using human cadavers to teach bedside procedures.
BACKGROUND
Internal medicine residents should be able to perform bedside procedures safely and efficiently.


METHODS
We developed a human cadaver workshop for teaching internal medicine residents bedside procedures. The workshop consisted of lectures and hands-on experiences with cadavers covering thoracentesis, paracentesis, lumbar puncture, arthrocentesis, and bone marrow biopsy. A Web site was developed to provide technical support to residents on the medical wards after completion of the workshop.


RESULTS
We successfully developed and implemented a procedure workshop for residents using human cadavers. The workshop improved mean scores on knowledge and procedure comfort level assessments. Residents demonstrated the skills required to safely complete each procedure.


CONCLUSIONS
Our multidimensional educational intervention may be an effective tool for improving the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for performing bedside procedures. More research needs to be done to determine if this workshop increases the number and proficiency of bedside diagnostic procedures performed by residents.
Oxentenko
Amy S
AS
Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
Ebbert
Jon O
JO
Ward
Louis E
LE
Pankratz
V Shane
VS
Wood
Kenneth E
KE
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D002102:Cadaver; D002983:Clinical Competence; D004503:Education, Medical, Graduate / Q000379:methods*; D004521:Educational Measurement; D006801:Humans; D007388:Internal Medicine / Q000193:education*; D020407:Internet; D007396:Internship and Residency