Use of simulation based technology in pre-clinical years improves confidence and satisfaction among medical students

Authors

  • Muhammad Bilal Mirza 5th Year Medical Student, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
  • Anjiya Sulaiman 5th Year Medical Student, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
  • Satwat Hashmi Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
  • Samar Zaki Department of Family Medicine, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
  • Rehana Rehman Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
  • Rozmeen Akbar Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47391/JPMA.1152

Abstract

Objective: To determine perception of medical students about learning from integrated simulated clinical skills sessions in Respiration and Circulation module of Year 1 undergraduate medical curriculum at Aga Khan University.

Subjects & Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Centre for Innovation in Medical Education, Aga Khan University (AKU) from July 2018 to February 2019. Integrated clinical skills session involves use of a combination of live simulated patient and mechanical simulator to teach clinical skills.  These sessions were conducted in Respiration and Circulation Module of MBBS Year I curriculum after which quantitative data was collected by a questionnaire that assessed usefulness of integrated clinical skills teaching method and confidence gained by students. The responses acquired were assessed on a Likert scale ranging from 1-5, (strongly agree -strongly disagree).  Descriptive analysis was performed. A focused group discussion (FGD) with students and an in-depth interview with a facilitator conducting the clinical skills sessions was arranged. Simple verbatim transcription of FGD recordings and thematic analyses was executed.

Results: Quantitative analysis showed that more than 90% of the students believed integrated sessions were effective in acquiring the learning objectives and found them enjoyable and motivating. 80% expressed confidence that they had accomplished learning objectives and felt they have learned practical clinical skills. Qualitative analysis revealed that these sessions enhanced understanding of subject matter and student engagement during sessions.

Conclusion: Integrated clinical skills sessions improved student interest, engagement and promoted student confidence. It should be implemented in undergraduate medical teaching curriculum. Continuous...

Published

2021-11-01

How to Cite

Muhammad Bilal Mirza, Anjiya Sulaiman, Satwat Hashmi, Samar Zaki, Rehana Rehman, & Rozmeen Akbar. (2021). Use of simulation based technology in pre-clinical years improves confidence and satisfaction among medical students. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, 71(4), 1296–1302. https://doi.org/10.47391/JPMA.1152

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