title: Delphi Method Validation of a Procedural Performance Checklist for Insertion of an Ultrasound-Guided Internal Jugular Central Line.
abstract: Placement of ultrasound-guided central lines is a critical skill for physicians in several specialties. Improving the quality of care delivered surrounding this procedure demands rigorous measurement of competency, and validated tools to assess performance are essential. Using the iterative, modified Delphi technique and experts in multiple disciplines across the United States, the study team created a 30-item checklist designed to assess competency in the placement of ultrasound-guided internal jugular central lines. Cronbach α was .94, indicating an excellent degree of internal consistency. Further validation of this checklist will require its implementation in simulated and clinical environments.
authors.affiliation: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC nhartman@wakehealth.edu.
authors.forename: Nicholas
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Hartman
authors.affiliation: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC.
authors.forename: Mary
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Wittler
authors.affiliation: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC.
authors.forename: Kim
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Askew
authors.affiliation: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC.
authors.forename: David
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Manthey
mesh_terms: D062905:Central Venous Catheters / Q000592:standards*; D057189:Checklist / Q000592:standards*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003697:Delphi Technique; D006801:Humans; D058996:Quality Improvement / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000592:standards; D011787:Quality of Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration; D018084:Ultrasonography, Interventional / Q000592:standards*; D014481:United States
keywords: Delphi method; central venous catheter; procedural checklist; ultrasound-guided procedure