Simulation enhances resident confidence in critical care and procedural skills.
BACKGROUND
The goal of this study was to determine if clinical simulation improved resident confidence in performing critical care skills, neonatal resuscitation, and colonoscopy.


METHODS
Residents participated in clinical simulations utilizing high-fidelity medical simulators in a realistic environment. We compared resident responses on pre- and post-experience surveys.


RESULTS
Residents reported satisfaction with quality of demonstrations and opportunity for hands-on learning and practice. Residents felt more confident in their ability to apply these skills independently and in the applied context.


CONCLUSIONS
Simulation is a well-accepted teaching method for critical care and procedural skills and improves resident confidence.
Cooke
James M
JM
Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA. cookej@med.umich.edu
Larsen
Janet
J
Hamstra
Stanley J
SJ
Andreatta
Pamela B
PB
D002983:Clinical Competence; D003113:Colonoscopy / Q000379:methods; D003422:Critical Care; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007396:Internship and Residency / Q000379:methods*; D008348:Manikins; D012151:Resuscitation / Q000379:methods