title: Obstetric emergency simulation.
abstract: Simulation for obstetric emergencies has progressed from being a good idea in theory to the level of an evidence-based intervention that can improve outcomes. Though not a stand-alone solution, the inclusion of simulation for training individuals and teams to react and perform correctly when obstetric emergencies occur is a critical part of a comprehensive strategy to improve outcomes for both the mother and baby. In this article, we will briefly review both the recent history of simulation for obstetric emergencies and then examine the most current evidence for specific emergencies.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, 4301 Jones Bridge Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA. Shad.deering@simcen.usuhs.edu
authors.forename: Shad
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Deering
authors.forename: Jennifer
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Rowland
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards; D004421:Dystonia; D004461:Eclampsia; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing; D055416:Evidence-Based Emergency Medicine; D005260:Female; D006126:Group Processes; D006323:Heart Arrest; D006801:Humans; D033183:Interdisciplinary Communication; D008880:Midwifery / Q000193:education*; D013513:Obstetric Surgical Procedures / Q000193:education*; D009774:Obstetrics / Q000193:education*; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000592:standards; D016544:Patient Simulation; D006473:Postpartum Hemorrhage; D011247:Pregnancy; D013647:Task Performance and Analysis