| Autor: |
Khaldon Abbas, Cody Lo, Jane A. Gardiner |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2024 |
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| Zdroj: |
Discover Education, Vol 3, Iss 1, Pp 1-8 (2024) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
2731-5525 |
| DOI: |
10.1007/s44217-024-00342-0 |
| Popis: |
Abstract Background Ophthalmoscopy is an essential skill for medical trainees, however, trainees commonly report feeling uncomfortable with this skill. The purpose of this study is to determine the utility of a low-cost simulator in improving medical student’s comfort and proficiency with direct ophthalmoscopy. Methods An easy to assemble simulator was constructed using low-cost materials. First and second year medical students at the University of British Columbia were recruited. Participants in the Simulator group completed a survey to rate their competency using a direct ophthalmoscope prior to a practice session with the simulator. The Control group had no simulator session. Both groups then took part in the regularly scheduled clinical session and were assessed by a preceptor on their proficiency using an evidence-based rubric. The Simulator Group completed a post session survey about their perceived proficiency with an ophthalmoscope. Results The Simulator group had 14 participants and the Control group had 103 participants. Participants in the Simulator group self-reported significant increases (p |
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