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Wang P, Wu S, Gao L, Ning Y, Zhang C, Pan S, Zhao C. The effect of virtual simulation technology applied to undergraduate teaching of periodontal probing. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2024; 28:461-470. [PMID: 37929773 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The rise of virtual simulation technology and dental simulators has created a new pedagogical approach for undergraduate medical education. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of virtual simulation (VS) technology on improving the students' comprehensive abilities in periodontal probing teaching in pre-practicum periodontology, such as increasing the accuracy of probing, tactile perception and performance on force control. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty students were randomly selected among the fourth-year students and equally divided into VS technology teaching group (VS group) and traditional teaching group (TT group) by drawing half lots. One day later, students were required to probe the periodontal pathology model. The consistency rate between PD measurements and PD reference values, time consumption and final exam scores were recorded and statistically analysed using an unpaired Student's t test and p < .05 was considered statistical significance. Finally, questionnaires relating to teaching methods evaluation and the fidelity of the digital VS training system were distributed to students and teachers. RESULTS VS group had a significantly higher consistency rate (72.976 ± 6.811%) than TT group (64.107 ± 4.988%, p = .004). To specify, the difference of consistency rates between the two groups in posterior teeth was larger than anterior teeth. Similarly, a larger difference was also found in proximal surfaces compared with buccal-lingual surfaces. As the pocket depth increased, the difference between the two groups increased too. These results indicated that VS is more efficient in complicated parts of periodontal probing teaching. In addition, students in VS group spent less time and gained a higher score than TT group (p < .05). The overall satisfaction rating in VS group was significantly higher than TT group. Lastly, teachers gave significant lower scores than students concerning the fidelity of VS system. CONCLUSION Although there are much to improve, VS technology has obvious advantages in periodontal probing teaching in pre-practicum periodontology.
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Affiliation(s)
- Panpan Wang
- Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangdong, Guangzhou, China
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- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangdong, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangdong, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangdong, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangdong, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangdong, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangdong, Guangzhou, China
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Jannot M, Attal JP, Marteleur VL, Le-Goff S, Colombier ML, Gouze H, Dursun E, Brun A, François P. Perceptions regarding the use of a three-dimensionally-printed manufactured educational simulator for periodontal treatment of intraosseous and interradicular lesions. J Dent Educ 2024. [PMID: 38572587 DOI: 10.1002/jdd.13539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2023] [Revised: 02/17/2024] [Accepted: 03/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES Treating intraosseous lesions (IOLs) and interradicular bone lesions (IRLs) is an extremely technical dental procedure in periodontics. Instrumentation of these lesions is often perceived as difficult by students and inexperienced dentists before they perform a certain number of procedures on patients in the clinic. The aim of this article is to evaluate a cost-effective three-dimensional (3D)-printed educational simulator for the periodontal treatment of IOLs/IRLs (including scaling, incisions and sutures). METHODS The simulators were first developed digitally, and then manufactured using printable resins and specific materials; finally, they were assembled using different bonding systems. To evaluate the simulators, assessments were gathered from two target populations: undergraduate students and periodontics experts. These individuals tested the simulator and completed a cross-sectional questionnaire based on a Likert scale with comparative and pedagogical items scored from one to five. The purpose of the questionnaire was to compare our simulator to clinical reality (i.e., operation on human jaws) and to an animal simulator (i.e., simulation of porcine jaws). The results are expressed as the mean and standard deviation and were statistically analyzed with the Wilcoxon signed-rank test. RESULTS Overall, the results were satisfactory for both groups of testers (4.70 and 4.61 out of five for students and experts, respectively, for global satisfaction). CONCLUSIONS The overall educational relevance of the simulator designed herein highlights the fact that 3D-printed educational simulators could enable efficient cognitive-functional learning for clinical IOL/IRL treatment.
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- Marie Jannot
- Department of Dental Materials, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Department of Dental Materials, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Department of Dental Materials, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Department of Dental Materials, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Division of Periodontology, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Center for Research in Epidemiology and Population Health, CESP-INSERM, Université Paris Saclay, Villejuif, France
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Division of Periodontology, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Department of Dental Materials, Faculty of Dental Surgery, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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Wu S, Gao L, Fu J, Zhao C, Wang P. The Application of Virtual Simulation Technology in Scaling and Root Planing Teaching. Int Dent J 2024; 74:303-309. [PMID: 37973524 PMCID: PMC10988261 DOI: 10.1016/j.identj.2023.09.007] [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: 08/15/2023] [Revised: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Virtual simulation (VS) technology has been widely utilised in various aspects of oral education. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of VS technology in a scaling and root planing (SRP) teaching programme and explore an effective teaching approach. METHOD A total of 98 fourth-year undergraduates from Guanghua School of Stomatology at Sun Yat-sen University were enrolled in this study and randomly assigned to either the VS teaching group or the traditional teaching (TT) group. All participants received SRP training before undergoing an operational examination. Subsequently, questionnaires were administered to both students and teachers involved in the programme to assess the teaching effect and fidelity of the VS training system. Unpaired Student t test was used to analyse the final test scores and residual rates amongst students. RESULTS The overall residual rate of the calculus in the VS group was significantly lower than that in the TT group (48.81% ± 13.50% vs 56.89% ± 13.68%, P<.01). The difference was particularly notable in posterior teeth, proximal surfaces, and deep pockets. Additionally, the VS group students achieved higher final grades compared to the TT group (86.92 ± 6.10 vs 83.02 ± 6.05, P<0.01). In terms of teaching effectiveness assessment, the VS group students provided higher scores than the TT group, except in the areas of mastery of position, finger rests, and efficiency. CONCLUSIONS The implementation of VS technology demonstrated improvements in students' performance in SRP teaching. Therefore, a novel integrated pedagogic approaches method that combines VS technology with traditional teaching approaches could be further explored in future training programmes.
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- Shiwen Wu
- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China; Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China; Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
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- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China; Department of Periodontology, Guanghua School and Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
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Bandiaky ON, Lopez S, Hamon L, Clouet R, Soueidan A, Le Guehennec L. Impact of haptic simulators in preclinical dental education: A systematic review. J Dent Educ 2024; 88:366-379. [PMID: 38044266 DOI: 10.1002/jdd.13426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2023] [Revised: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Haptic technologies have opened a new avenue in preclinical dental education, with evidence that they can be used to improve student performance. The aim of this systematic review was to (1) determine the effect of haptic simulators on motor skill acquisition during preclinical dental training, (2) explore students' perception, and (3) explore the ability of haptic systems to distinguish users based on their initial level of manual dexterity. METHODS A comprehensive search of articles published up to February 2023 was performed using five databases (i.e., PubMed/Medline, ScienceDirect, Web of Sciences, Scopus, and Cochrane Library) and specialized journals. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis 2020 guidelines were followed, and the risk of bias was assessed. Only studies on the application of haptic simulators in dentistry preclinical training were included. Qualitative synthesis of data was performed, and the protocol was registered in PROSPERO (ID = CRD42022337177). RESULTS Twenty-three clinical studies, including 1303 participants, were included. The authors observed a statistically significant improvement in dental students' motor skills in various dental specialties, such as restorative dentistry, pediatric, prosthodontics, periodontics, implantology, and dental surgery, after haptic training. Haptic technologies were perceived well by all participants, with encouraging data regarding their ability to differentiate users according to their initial level of manual dexterity. CONCLUSIONS Our work suggests that haptic simulators can significantly improve motor skill acquisition in preclinical dental training. This new digital technology, which was well perceived by the participants, also showed encouraging results in discriminating users according to their level of experience.
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- Octave Nadile Bandiaky
- Nantes Université, Oniris, Univ Angers, CHU Nantes, INSERM, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes, France
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- Nantes Université, Oniris, Univ Angers, CHU Nantes, INSERM, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes, France
- Nantes Université, Le Mans Université, Centre de Recherche en Éducation de Nantes, CREN, Nantes, France
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- Nantes Université, Oniris, Univ Angers, CHU Nantes, INSERM, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes, France
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- Nantes Université, Oniris, Univ Angers, CHU Nantes, INSERM, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes, France
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- Nantes Université, Oniris, Univ Angers, CHU Nantes, INSERM, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, RMeS, Nantes, France
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Fu J, Lao Z, Gao L, Wu S, Huang X, Zhao C, Wang P. Effectiveness of typodont, quail egg and virtual simulation for ultrasonic periodontal scaling teaching among pre-clinical students: a randomized trial. BMC Oral Health 2024; 24:86. [PMID: 38229105 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03767-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to compare the efficacy of three different techniques, namely virtual simulation technology (VS), traditional pathological typodont (TT), and quail egg (QE), in pre-clinical training of periodontal ultrasonic scaling. It also aimed to propose an integrated teaching approach for ultrasonic scaling teaching. METHODS This single-blind randomized multi-arm trial enrolled 108 fourth-year students from Guanghua School of Stomatology at Sun Yat-sen University. The participants were randomly, evenly assigned to VS, TT, or QE group. First, the participants received theoretical review on ultrasonic scaling and demonstrative teaching. Then in the 90-minute operation training by group, students used traditional typodont equipped in head-simulators, raw quail eggs, or scaling module of the UniDental VS system respectively. Then all participants practiced on pathological models for 30 min. In the final operation examination, participants were instructed to remove the supra- and sub-gingival calculi pre-set on designated teeth by ultrasonic scalers within 30 min. Their performances were evaluated by residual calculus rate and a multi-perspective scoring scale. After the examination, questionnaires were provided to assess the teaching effects of each method and the fidelity of VS. Statistical analysis was carried out using one-way, two-way ANOVA, and multiple t-test. RESULTS Students in VS group had significant higher total test scores than QE group (87.89 ± 6.81, 83.53 ± 8.14) and TT group (85.03 ± 6.81). VS group scored higher in several dimensional comparisons with the other two groups, especially in difficult situations. QE group had higher scores particularly in force application and supra-gingival scaling. TT group scored the highest in pivot stability practice and body position training. Students gave higher scores when assessing the fidelity of VS than experienced teachers. CONCLUSION The study highlights the importance of specialized pre-clinical training on ultrasonic scaling for dental students. The methods adopted in current study (VS, TT and QE) each offered unique advantages in education, which can be combined to create an integrative teaching procedure. This procedure aims to provide an effective, advisable and normative pre-clinical training procedure for ultrasonic scaling. By utilizing the strengths of each method, dental educators can deliver high-quality training and ensure that students are well-prepared for clinical practice.
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- Jiarun Fu
- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, No.55 Linyuan Xi Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, No.55 Linyuan Xi Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, No.55 Linyuan Xi Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China
- Department of Periodontology, Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, No.55 Linyuan Xi Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, No.55 Linyuan Xi Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China
- Department of Periodontology, Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, No.55 Linyuan Xi Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China.
- Department of Periodontology, Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China.
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, No.55 Linyuan Xi Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China.
- Department of Periodontology, Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510055, China.
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Koolivand H, Shooreshi MM, Safari-Faramani R, Borji M, Mansoory MS, Moradpoor H, Bahrami M, Azizi SM. Comparison of the effectiveness of virtual reality-based education and conventional teaching methods in dental education: a systematic review. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2024; 24:8. [PMID: 38172742 PMCID: PMC10765860 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-023-04954-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Virtual reality dental simulators as an educational tool may create specific training conditions for dental students, allowing them to practice dental skills in a safe and controlled condition. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of virtual reality-based education in dental education compared to traditional education approaches. METHODS In this systematic review, four databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Science Direct) were searched until 2023 following PRISMA guidelines. The Quality assessment and risk of bias were assessed by the Cochrane Collaboration Tool for RCTs and GRADE, respectively. Inclusion criteria were restricted to randomized or quasi-randomized trials about virtual reality efficacy in dental education. Two authors independently evaluated the data and reviewed the overall risk of bias for all selected studies. Study design, sample size, hardware, onset time of intervention, duration, and number of procedures performed were among the data extracted. RESULTS From the 703 titles, 48 full texts were chosen for review, yielding 14 articles for final inclusion. The review of these articles indicated the effective role of virtual reality dental simulators in improving students' knowledge and practical skills. CONCLUSIONS Based on our findings, adding haptic technology to virtual reality can improve students' practical skills, hand skills, theoretical knowledge, self-confidence, and learning environment. Although a fair amount of research needs to be done, notably on cost-effectiveness, student satisfaction, and other potentially adverse effects, virtual reality is a growing phenomenon with immense potential.
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- Hossain Koolivand
- Dental Students' Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Dental Students' Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Department of Epidemiology, School of Health Research Center for Environmental Determinants of Health Research Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Faculty Member, Department of Nursing, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Faculty Member, Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Medicine, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Associate Professor in Prosthodontics, Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran.
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- Research assistance, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran
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- Medical Education and Development Center, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran
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Chen L, Liu X, Lin Q, Dai H, Zhao Y, Shi Z, Wu L. Status of continuous glucose monitoring use and management in tertiary hospitals of China: a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e066801. [PMID: 36737090 PMCID: PMC9900061 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-066801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to reveal the use and management status of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in tertiary hospitals in China and to determine the potential factors affecting the application of CGM, based on which more effective solutions would be produced and implemented. DESIGN An online, cross-sectional study was conducted from October 2021 to December 2021. SETTING Eighty-three tertiary hospitals in China were involved. PARTICIPANTS Eighty-three head nurses and 281 clinical nurses were obtained. OUTCOME Current condition of CGM use and management, the factors that hinder the use and management of CGM, scores of current CGM use and management, as well as their influencing factors, were collected. RESULTS Among the 83 hospitals surveyed, 57 (68.7%) hospitals used CGM for no more than 10 patients per month. Seventy-three (88.0%) hospitals had developed CGM standard operating procedures, but only 29 (34.9%) hospitals devised emergency plans to deal with adverse effects related to CGM. Comparably, maternal and children's hospitals were more likely to have a dedicated person to assign install CGM than general hospitals (52.2% vs 26.7%). As for the potential causes that hinder the use and management of CGM, head nurses' and nurses' perceptions differed. Head nurses perceived patients' limited knowledge about CGM (60.2%), the high costs of CGM and inaccessibility to medical insurance (59.0%), and imperfect CGM management systems (44.6%) as the top three factors. Different from head nurses, CGM operation nurses considered the age of CGM operators, the type of hospital nurses worked in, the number of patients using CGM per month and the number of CGM training sessions as potential factors (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS The study provides a broad view of the development status of CGM in China. Generally speaking, the use and management of CGM in China are not yet satisfactory, and more efforts are wanted for improvement.
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- Liping Chen
- Department of Endocrinology, Chongqing Medical University Affiliated Children's Hospital, Chongqing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Child Health and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Child Development and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Paediatrics, Chongqing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Child Health and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Child Development and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Paediatrics, Chongqing, China
- Department of Nursing, Chongqing Medical University Affiliated Children's Hospital, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Chongqing Medical University Affiliated Children's Hospital, Chongqing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Child Health and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Child Development and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Paediatrics, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Chongqing Medical University Affiliated Children's Hospital, Chongqing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Child Health and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Child Development and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Paediatrics, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health and Management, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, Chongqing, China
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- Human Nutrition Department, Qatar University, Doha, Ad Dawhah, Qatar
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- National Clinical Research Center for Child Health and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Child Development and Disorders, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Paediatrics, Chongqing, China
- Department of Nursing, Chongqing Medical University Affiliated Children's Hospital, Chongqing, China
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Edgar AK, Macfarlane S, Kiddell EJ, Armitage JA, Wood-Bradley RJ. The perceived value and impact of virtual simulation-based education on students' learning: a mixed methods study. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2022; 22:823. [PMID: 36451222 PMCID: PMC9709374 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-022-03912-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Virtual simulations are used throughout healthcare training programs to enable development of clinical skills, however the potential for virtual simulation to enhance cognitive and affective skills is less well understood. This study explored pre-clinical optometry students' perceptions of the impact of virtual simulation on the development of core competency skills including patient-centred care, communication, scientific literacy, and evidence-based practice. METHODS A mixed methods study was conducted using pre-existing anonymized data from an electronic survey distributed to pre-clinical optometry students enrolled in the double degree Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry at Deakin University, Australia. The data were interpreted using descriptive statistics and qualitative analysis using constant comparison for thematic analysis. RESULTS A total of 51 responses were analyzed. Students reported that virtual simulation motivated them to become an optometrist (93%) and to learn beyond the course material (77%). Students reported that after participating in the virtual simulation, their core competency skills improved: patient-centered care (100%) evidence-based practice (93%) and clinical reasoning (93%). The themes identified through qualitative analysis were: enablers to cognitive experience in virtual simulation in optometry education, realism of the virtual simulation design, dimensions of fidelity in virtual simulations design replicated the complexity of the optometric environment, virtual simulation as an enabler for learning and assessment in optometry education, a place to develop cognitive and affective skills and application of learning in the virtual simulation developed an appreciation of future roles and professional identity. CONCLUSION Optometry students perceived virtual simulation in optometric education as a valuable training and assessment strategy enabled by qualities that generate contextual, cognitive, functional, task and psychological fidelity. The data provide insight to inform how optometry educators can incorporate simulation into the curriculum.
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- Amanda K Edgar
- School of Medicine (Optometry), Deakin University, 75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, 3216, Australia.
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- Deakin Learning Futures, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3125, Australia
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- Deakin Learning Futures, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3125, Australia
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- School of Medicine (Optometry), Deakin University, 75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, 3216, Australia
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- School of Medicine (Optometry), Deakin University, 75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, 3216, Australia
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