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Schwartze JT, Das S, Suggitt D, Baxter J, Tunstall S, Ronan N, Stannard H, Rezgui A, Jafar W, Baxter DN. Ward-based in situ simulation: lessons learnt from a UK District General Hospital. BMJ Open Qual 2024; 13:e002571. [PMID: 38749539 PMCID: PMC11097843 DOI: 10.1136/bmjoq-2023-002571] [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: 08/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION In situ simulation (ISS) enables multiprofessional healthcare teams to train for real emergencies in their own working environment and identify latent patient safety threats. This study aimed to determine ISS impact on teamwork, technical skill performance, healthcare staff perception and latent error identification during simulated medical emergencies. MATERIALS AND METHODS Unannounced ISS sessions (n=14, n=75 staff members) using a high-fidelity mannequin were conducted in medical, paediatric and rehabilitation wards at Stepping Hill Hospital (Stockport National Health Service Foundation Trust, UK). Each session encompassed a 15 min simulation followed by a 15 min faculty-led debrief. RESULTS The clinical team score revealed low overall teamwork performances during simulated medical emergencies (mean±SEM: 4.3±0.5). Linear regression analysis revealed that overall communication (r=0.9, p<0.001), decision-making (r=0.77, p<0.001) and overall situational awareness (r=0.73, p=0.003) were the strongest statistically significant predictors of overall teamwork performance. Neither the number of attending healthcare professionals, their professional background, age, gender, degree of clinical experience, level of resuscitation training or previous simulation experience statistically significantly impacted on overall teamwork performance. ISS positively impacted on healthcare staff confidence and clinical training. Identified safety threats included unknown location of intraosseous kits, poor/absent airway management, incomplete A-E assessments, inability to activate the major haemorrhage protocol, unknown location/dose of epinephrine for anaphylaxis management, delayed administration of epinephrine and delayed/absence of attachment of pads to the defibrillator as well as absence of accessing ALS algorithms, poor chest compressions and passive behaviour during simulated cardiac arrests. CONCLUSION Poor demonstration of technical/non-technical skills mandate regular ISS interventions for healthcare professionals of all levels. ISS positively impacts on staff confidence and training and drives identification of latent errors enabling improvements in workplace systems and resources.
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- Julian Tristan Schwartze
- Stroke Medicine, National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London, UK
- Medical Education, Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, UK
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- Emergency Department, Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, UK
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- Department of Anaesthetics, Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, UK
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- Royal Stoke University Hospital Acute Medical Unit, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
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- Acute Medicine, Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, UK
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- Gastroenterology, Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, UK
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Burns J, Ciccarelli S, Mardakhaev E, Erdfarb A, Goldberg-Stein S, Bello JA. Handoffs in Radiology: Minimizing Communication Errors and Improving Care Transitions. J Am Coll Radiol 2021; 18:1297-1309. [PMID: 33989534 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacr.2021.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2021] [Revised: 03/13/2021] [Accepted: 04/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Handoffs are essential to achieving safe care transitions. In radiology practice, frequent transitions of care responsibility among clinicians, radiologists, and patients occur between moments of care such as determining protocol, imaging, interpreting, and consulting. Continuity of care is maintained across these transitions with handoffs, which are the process of communicating patient information and transferring decision-making responsibility. As a leading cause of medical error, handoffs are a major communication challenge that is exceedingly common in both diagnostic and interventional radiology practice. The frequency of handoffs in radiology underscores the importance of using evidence-based strategies to improve patient safety in the radiology department. In this article, reliability science principles and handoff improvement tools are adapted to provide radiology-focused strategies at individual, team, and organizational levels with the goal of minimizing handoff errors and improving care transitions.
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- Judah Burns
- Chair, Montefiore Medical Center Peer Review Board; Program Director, Montefiore Medical Center Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program; Department of Radiology, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York.
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- Director of Quality and Safety, Department of Radiology, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York
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- Director of Operational Improvement, Department of Radiology, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York
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- Vice Chair, Board of Chancellors, American College of Radiology; Section Chief of Neuroradiology, Montefiore Medical Center; Department of Radiology, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York
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Cohen TN, Griggs AC, Kanji FF, Cohen KA, Lazzara EH, Keebler JR, Gewertz BL. Advancing team cohesion: Using an escape room as a novel approach. JOURNAL OF PATIENT SAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/25160435211005934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Objective An escape room was used to study teamwork and its determinants, which have been found to relate to the quality and safety of patient care delivery. This pilot study aimed to explore the value of an escape room as a mechanism for improving cohesion among interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Methods This research was conducted at a nonprofit medical center in Southern California. All participants who work on a team were invited to participate. Authors employed an interrupted within-subjects design, with two pre- and post-escape room questionnaires related to two facets of group cohesion: (belonging – (PGC-B) and morale (PGC-M)). Participants rated their perceptions of group cohesion before, after, and one-month after the escape room. The main outcome measures included PGC-B/M. Results Sixty-two teams participated (n = 280 participants) of which 31 teams (50%) successfully “escaped” in the allotted 45 minutes. There was a statistically significant difference in PGC between the three time periods, F(4, 254) = 24.10, p < .001; Wilks’ Λ = .725; partial η2 = .275. Results indicated significantly higher scores for PGC immediately after the escape room and at the one-month follow-up compared to baseline. Conclusions This work offers insights into the utility of using an escape room as a team building intervention in interprofessional healthcare teams. Considering the modifiability of escape rooms, they may function as valuable team building mechanisms in healthcare. More work is needed to determine how escape rooms compare to more traditional team building curriculums.
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- Tara N Cohen
- Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Human Factors and Behavioral Neurobiology, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Enterprise Information Services, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Human Factors and Behavioral Neurobiology, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, USA
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- Department of Human Factors and Behavioral Neurobiology, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Al-Mukhtar O, Bilgrami I, Noaman S, Lapsley R, Ozcan J, Marane C, Groen F, Cox N, Chan W. Cardiac Arrest in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory: Initial Experience With the Role of Simulation Setup and Training. Am J Med Qual 2020; 36:238-246. [PMID: 32840115 DOI: 10.1177/1062860620950805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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With rising complexity of percutaneous coronary interventions being performed, the incidence of cardiac arrest in the cardiac catheterization laboratory (CCL) is likely to increase. The authors undertook a series of multidisciplinary simulation sessions to identify practice deficiencies and propose solutions to improve patient care. Five simulation sessions were held at Western Health CCL to simulate different cardiac arrest scenarios. Participants included cardiologists, intensivists, anesthetists, nurses, and technicians. Post-simulation feedback was analyzed qualitatively. Challenges encountered were grouped into 4 areas: (1) communication and teamwork, (2) equipment, (3) vascular access and drugs, and (4) physical environment and radiation exposure. Proposed solutions included regular simulation training; increasing familiarity with the physical environment, utilization of specialized equipment; and formation of 2 team leaders to improve efficiency. Cardiac arrest in the CCL is a unique clinical event that necessitates specific training to improve technical and nontechnical skills with potential to improve clinical outcomes.
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- Omar Al-Mukhtar
- Western Health, Footscray, Victoria, Australia Alfred Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Ravindran S, Thomas-Gibson S, Murray S, Wood E. Improving safety and reducing error in endoscopy: simulation training in human factors. Frontline Gastroenterol 2019; 10:160-166. [PMID: 31205657 PMCID: PMC6540271 DOI: 10.1136/flgastro-2018-101078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2018] [Revised: 12/10/2018] [Accepted: 12/16/2018] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Patient safety incidents occur throughout healthcare and early reports have exposed how deficiencies in 'human factors' have contributed to mortality in endoscopy. Recognising this, in the UK, the Joint Advisory Group for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy have implemented a number of initiatives including the 'Improving Safety and Reducing Error in Endoscopy' (ISREE) strategy. Within this, simulation training in human factors and Endoscopic Non-Technical Skills (ENTS) is being developed. Across healthcare, simulation training has been shown to improve team skills and patient outcomes. Although the literature is sparse, integrated and in situ simulation modalities have shown promise in endoscopy. Outcomes demonstrate improved individual and team performance and development of skills that aid clinical practice. Additionally, the use of simulation training to detect latent errors in the working environment is of significant value in reducing error and preventing harm. Implementation of simulation training at local and regional levels can be successfully achieved with collaboration between organisational, educational and clinical leads. Nationally, simulation strategies are a key aspect of the ISREE strategy to improve ENTS training. These may include integration of simulation into current training or development of novel simulation-based curricula. However used, it is evident that simulation training is an important tool in developing safer endoscopy.
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- Srivathsan Ravindran
- Wolfson Unit for Endoscopy, St Mark’s Hospital, London, UK,Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Wolfson Unit for Endoscopy, St Mark’s Hospital, London, UK,Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, North Bristol NHS Trust, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Homerton University Hospital, London, UK,Simulation Centre, Homerton University Hospital, London, UK
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Teunissen C, Burrell B, Maskill V. Effective Surgical Teams: An Integrative Literature Review. West J Nurs Res 2019; 42:61-75. [PMID: 30854942 DOI: 10.1177/0193945919834896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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It is imperative to understand the factors that contribute to effective surgical teams. The aim of this integrative review was to evaluate the aids and barriers for perioperative teams in functioning effectively, preventing adverse events, and fostering a culture of safety. The literature search was undertaken of 15 databases, which resulted in 70 articles being included. It was found perioperative teamwork was not widely understood. Findings indicated barriers to effective surgical teams comprised of confusion in tasks and responsibilities, existing hierarchies and prevailing misconceptions and understanding among team members. Although numerous quality initiatives exist, the introduction of protocols and checklists, team effectiveness in the perioperative setting is still insufficient and challenges in establishing effective surgical teams continue. Further research is recommended to obtain a comprehensive perception of environmental influences and barriers surgical teams encounter in the delivery of safe quality care.
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Pole D, Breitbach AP, Howell TG. Using a real-life case scenario to integrate additional health professions students into an existing interprofessional team seminar. J Interprof Care 2016; 30:242-4. [PMID: 26889945 DOI: 10.3109/13561820.2015.1087976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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The World Health Organization stated that the goal of interprofessional education (IPE) is to prepare students as collaboration-ready members of interprofessional care teams. Educators try to create meaningful and relevant learning experiences for multiple health professions students. A longitudinal Interprofessional Team Seminar (IPTS) course includes over 650 students from seven health professions at the professional training level. Recommendations from the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) promote the inclusion of athletic training (AT) students in IPE initiatives. A new IPTS module included AT students focusing on the attributes of rapidly forming and different care teams as the patient transitions from an on-field injury, to acute care, inpatient care, and rehabilitative care, and back to activities of daily living. Qualitative review of reflections from the students assessed the impact of these IPTS modules. The intentional design of this course, focusing on behaviours of collaborative practice and supporting students to be collaboration ready, effectively introduced and highlighted profession-specific strengths and unique contributions to team-based care.
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- David Pole
- a Center for Interprofessional Education and Research , Saint Louis University , St. Louis , Missouri , USA
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- b Athletic Training Program , Saint Louis University , St. Louis , Missouri , USA
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- b Athletic Training Program , Saint Louis University , St. Louis , Missouri , USA
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Clarke S, Carolina Apesoa-Varano E, Barton J. Code Blue: methodology for a qualitative study of teamwork during simulated cardiac arrest. BMJ Open 2016; 6:e009259. [PMID: 26758258 PMCID: PMC4716199 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-009259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION In-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) is a particularly vexing entity from the perspective of preparedness, as it is neither common nor truly rare. Survival from IHCA requires the coordinated efforts of multiple providers with different skill sets who may have little prior experience working together. Survival rates have remained low despite advances in therapy, suggesting that human factors may be at play. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This qualitative study uses a quasiethnographic data collection approach combining focus group interviews with providers involved in IHCA resuscitation as well as analysis of video recordings from in situ-simulated cardiac arrest events. Using grounded theory-based analysis, we intend to understand the organisational, interpersonal, cognitive and behavioural dimensions of IHCA resuscitation, and to build a descriptive model of code team functioning. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This ongoing study has been approved by the IRB at UC Davis Medical Center. RESULTS The results will be disseminated in a subsequent manuscript.
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- Samuel Clarke
- Department of Emergency Medicine, UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, California, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Queen of the Valley Medical Center, Napa, California, USA
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Using Semantic Components to Represent Dynamics of an Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team in a Multi-Agent Decision Support System. J Med Syst 2015; 40:42. [DOI: 10.1007/s10916-015-0375-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2015] [Accepted: 10/09/2015] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Clapper TC. In Situ and Mobile Simulation: Lessons Learned … Authentic and Resource Intensive. Clin Simul Nurs 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ecns.2012.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Corbett N, Hurko P, Vallee JT. Debriefing as a Strategic Tool for Performance Improvement. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 2012; 41:572-9. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1552-6909.2012.01374.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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