A low-cost high-fidelity model for abscess simulation

Done, Aaron J.; Fairres, Marshall J.; Heiler, Joseph C.; Smith, Cody J.; Rappaport, William D.

doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2019.06.011

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“…These included developing models with less expensive commercially available material without compromising the quality of the fidelity and using biomedical calibration machines to turn low-fidelity models into high-fidelity simulators at a fraction of the cost. [66][67][68] The documented benefits of simulators include increased immediate and long-term knowledge retention, improved clinical skills, training, and confidence. However, clinically meaningful benefits are challenging to assess due to the lack of data on the impact of HFS in the biomedical science field on the patient quality of care and safety.…”

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The use and effectiveness of high-fidelity simulation in health professions education: current update

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Over the past 10 years, there has been an increase in the use of high-fidelity simulation (HFS) as a tool to support and enhance learning in health profession programs. In this article, we review the utilization of HFS in biomedical (basic science) courses for health professions students, and we compare its effectiveness to traditional teaching methods. Studies exploring the impact of HFS on students and residents were included in the review. The use of HFS is more prevalent in advanced clinical settings such as in training residents and nurses than in teaching students in preclinical years. When compared to traditional teaching methods, HFS is noted to be superior in delivering core biomedical concepts to students and healthcare professionals. However, a few studies showed no significant differences between HFS and traditional teaching methods when assessing clinical management skills. Overall, HFS is a valuable teaching tool which enhances knowledge retention and clinical skill acquisition in medical education.

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The use and effectiveness of high-fidelity simulation in health professions education: current update

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Development of a Novel, Reusable Task Trainer for Foreign Body Removal and Abscess Incision and Drainage

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Eckhardt,

Jackson

et al. 2024

J Physician Assist Educ

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Introduction Cutaneous abscess incision and drainage and foreign body removal are 2 common procedures in a variety of outpatient settings. The goal of this project was to create a novel, clean, reusable task trainer that could more accurately reproduce all the steps necessary to perform cutaneous abscess drainage or foreign body removal including ultrasound to identify the abscess cavity or foreign body. Methods The novel task trainer was constructed using silicone for both the base and the top skin. Toothpaste mixed with saline was used for the abscess material as this produced an ultrasound image that mimicked purulent material. A piece of a metal paper clip was imbedded in the top skin to mimic a cutaneous foreign body. Physician assistant (PA) students given a didactic lecture then used the novel task trainer as part of a clinical skills course. Results After the activity, the PA students were asked to voluntarily complete a brief preretrospective/postretrospective survey comprised 8 questions that addressed their self-perceived knowledge and skills using a 5-point Likert scale. Survey data from an initial cohort of PA students at one university show effectiveness of the models when used with the associated curriculum. Discussion This study demonstrates the feasibility of constructing a practical, low-cost, non–animal-based task trainer for the purpose of training incision and drainage of cutaneous abscesses and removal of cutaneous foreign bodies. This novel task trainer allows for ultrasound skill development and provides realistic imaging experience.

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A low-cost high-fidelity model for abscess simulation

Cited by 2 publications

References 9 publications

The use and effectiveness of high-fidelity simulation in health professions education: current update

The use and effectiveness of high-fidelity simulation in health professions education: current update

Development of a Novel, Reusable Task Trainer for Foreign Body Removal and Abscess Incision and Drainage

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