Do Patients Understand the Role of Resident Physicians in the Operating Room? A Survey of Gynaecology Patients
| Autor: | Shauna Regan, Arielle Cantor, Catherine Flood, Sue Ross, Savanna Boutin |
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| Rok vydání: | 2018 |
| Předmět: |
Adult
Health Knowledge Attitudes Practice medicine.medical_specialty education Young Adult 03 medical and health sciences 0302 clinical medicine Nursing Surveys and Questionnaires Female patient medicine Humans In patient 030212 general & internal medicine Aged Aged 80 and over Gynecology 030219 obstetrics & reproductive medicine Descriptive statistics business.industry Internship and Residency Obstetrics and Gynecology Middle Aged Gynaecological surgery Cross-Sectional Studies Family medicine Female business |
| Zdroj: | Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada. 40:24-28 |
| ISSN: | 1701-2163 |
| Popis: | Objective Studies from disciplines outside gynaecology have found that most patients do not understand the clinical responsibilities allocated to physicians-in-training. No research on this topic has been published in gynaecology, despite litigation against gynaecological surgeons regarding the role of residents in surgery. The goal of this research was to explore what gynaecological surgery patients understand about the role of resident doctors. Methods A questionnaire was distributed to female patients in gynaecological surgery pre-admission clinics in Edmonton, Alberta. Surveys included knowledge and opinion statements about residents' duties. Anonymous responses were entered into a secure database. Descriptive statistics were used to characterize the results. Results Of 108 participants, 83% understood that residents had a higher level of training than medical students, yet 40% were unsure whether residents were doctors. Almost one half (43%) of participants were uncertain whether residents required supervision, including while operating (20%). Most (92%) believed it was important to know their physician's level of training, yet only 63% reported knowing this information. Only 50% of participants would be comfortable with residents operating on them under supervision. A considerable number (56%) wanted to learn more about residents' roles. Conclusion Patients do not fully understand the role of residents, and many are uncomfortable with trainees operating on them under supervision. Considering the significant role of residents in patient care, educating patients is essential to improve their comfort and the overall consent process. |
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