Evaluation of the Integration of Simulation-Based Training Program Into the Anesthesia Technician Curriculum : A Mixed Method Study

Dilek Kitapçıoğlu; Tuba Usseli

doi:10.31067/acusaglik.1491196

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Evaluation of the Integration of Simulation-Based Training Program Into the Anesthesia Technician Curriculum : A Mixed Method Study

Year 2024, , 445 - 452, 01.10.2024

Dilek Kitapçıoğlu , Tuba Usseli

https://doi.org/10.31067/acusaglik.1491196

Abstract

Background: The aim of this research is to assess the experiences of graduates from the anesthesia technician program with simulation-based training. By gathering their perspectives as learners who went through the simulation curriculum, the study seeks to identify potential improvements for better integrating simulation into the program.
Method:The research examined the experiences of 68 graduates from the Anesthesia Program at Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University's Vocational School of Health Sciences. The focus was on the simulation-based education program that was incorporated into their curriculum during their studies. The study employed a mixed-methods research approach, gathering both quantitative data through surveys and qualitative data through focus group discussions. The data from these different methods were integrated and interpreted using Creswell's Convergent Design
Results:The majority of participants (95.16%) stated that the simulation training significantly contributed to increasing their knowledge and skills,additionally, 93.55% of the participants stated that debriefings and the group discussion environment contributed to their learning processes.Participants who responded to the survey stated that the simulated cases were similar to the cases encountered in the clinic (79.09%), and that the features of the simulators and the environment were realistic (91.94%).However 43.55% of the participants also stated that the time allocated for training was not sufficient. The opinions of the participants in the focus group discussions were also similar.
Conclusion:The simulation-based training program for anesthesia technicians found to be effective. However, based on participant feedback suggesting more time should be devoted to training, it was determined that opportunities for self-directed learning need to be implemented.

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Medical Simulation, Anesthesiology Training, Curriculum Development, Mixed Method, Clinical Transfer

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