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Using simulation as a platform to prepare for ear, nose and throat emergencies in the coronavirus disease 2019 era and beyond

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  12 September 2023

Michael E Hopkins ,
Lucy Q Li Open the ORCID record for Lucy Q Li [Opens in a new window] ,
Justin JY Yeo Open the ORCID record for Justin JY Yeo [Opens in a new window]  and
Iain Hathorn
Michael E Hopkins
Affiliation:
Department of ENT, NHS Lothian, St John's Hospital at Howden, Livingston, Scotland, UK
Lucy Q Li
Affiliation:
Department of ENT, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Justin JY Yeo*
Affiliation:
Department of ENT, The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Russell Halls Hospital, Dudley, UK
Iain Hathorn
Affiliation:
Department of ENT, NHS Lothian, St John's Hospital at Howden, Livingston, Scotland, UK
*
Corresponding author: Justin JY Yeo; Email: [email protected]
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Abstract

Background

Following limited clinical exposure during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, a simulation-based platform aimed at providing a unique and safe learning tool was established. The aim was to improve the skills, knowledge and confidence of new ENT doctors.

Method

The course was developed through 5 iterations over 28 months, moving from a half-day session to 2 full-day courses with more scenarios. Participant, faculty and local simulation team feedback drove course development. High-fidelity scenarios were provided, ranging from epistaxis to stridor, using technology including SimMan3 G mannequin, mask-Ed™ and nasendoscopy simulators.

Results

Participant feedback consistently demonstrated that the knowledge and skills acquired enhanced preparedness for working in ENT, with impact being sustained in clinical practice.

Conclusion

Preparing healthcare professionals adequately is essential to enhancing patient safety. This simulation course has been effective in supporting new doctors in ENT and has subsequently been rolled out at a national level.

Keywords

Simulation trainingmedical educationotolaryngology
Type
Short Communications
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 138 , Issue 4 , April 2024 , pp. 466 - 471
Copyright
Copyright © The Author(s), 2023. Published by Cambridge University Press on behalf of J.L.O. (1984) LIMITED

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Footnotes

Justin JY Yeo takes responsibility for the integrity of the content of the paper

Presented at the European Society of Simulation in Healthcare (SESAM) conference, 14–16 June 2023, Lisbon, Portugal

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