Longitudinal assessment: A strategy to improve continuing professional certification

Giron, Sarah E; Dishman, Deniz; McMullan, Susan P.; Riel, Jared; Newcomer, Timothy; Spence, Dennis; Choudhry, Shahid A

doi:10.1016/j.profnurs.2021.09.002

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“…Similarly, in South Africa, a study showed that for successful implementation of FWR practice, there is a need for advanced specialized training by healthcare workers [22]. Certification and training ensures competency [23] and adherence to evidence based guidelines [24]. This study has revealed that nurses with training in FWR practice were 4.4 times more likely to implement the practice than their counterparts with no such training.…”

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Factors Influencing Implementation of Family Witnessed Resuscitation Practice among Nurses Working in Medical-Surgical Units of Siaya County Referral Hospital, Kenya

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Gachathi²,

Ramalingam³

2022

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Background: The family witnessed resuscitation is offering family members an option to be present while a loved one is being resuscitated to sustain life. Despite the recommendation by various professional bodies, it is not widely practiced among medical-surgical nurses. This study aimed to describe the influence of nursing-related factors on this practice, and identify its perceived benefits and risks among nurses. Methods: This was a cross-sectional analytical survey. Quantitative and qualitative approaches to data collection were used A stratified random sampling design was used to obtain study participants. A sample of 75 registered nurses was generated using the Yamane formula. Data was collected using the Family Presence risk and benefit assessment scale designed and validated by Twibell et al. Analysis done using SPSS and NVIVO version 26 and 11 respectively. Chi-square, crosstabulation and frequencies were computed to establish frequencies, and relation between independent and dependent variables. Results: There was a significant association between the implementation of family witnessed resuscitation practice and the following independent factors: advanced specialized training in resuscitation ( X 2 =4.125, df =1, p =.042), training on family witnessed resuscitation practice (X 2 =6.728, df =1, p =.009). Perceived benefits were; recognition of the efforts of healthcare professionals (81.7%), acceptance that everything possible was done (83.1%), and better process of grieving (71.8%). Perceived risks identified were; family panic (78.9%), family suffering long-term emotional effects (57.7%), and trauma to the family (63.4%). Conclusion: Overall, 47.9% of respondents had a perception of more benefits & fewer risks. Training in family witnessed resuscitation practice and advanced specialized training in resuscitation increase the implementation of family witnessed resuscitation by 4.4 and 3.3 respectively.

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Factors Influencing Implementation of Family Witnessed Resuscitation Practice among Nurses Working in Medical-Surgical Units of Siaya County Referral Hospital, Kenya

Angute

Gachathi²,

Ramalingam³

2022

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“…A majority of member boards (American Board of Medical Specialties [ABMS], National Board for Respiratory Care, and National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) are piloting or implementing LA into their maintenance of certification (MOC) programs (Giron et al, 2021), however there is limited published literature on the piloting of these programs. With the rapid evolution of technology and evolving landscape of healthcare, opportunities for certifying boards to incorporate meaningful and lasting activities, such as LA, that support lifelong learning and knowledge retention are vast.…”

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“…Longitudinal assessment is an evaluation method that assesses learning acquired over-time , is more formative in nature, and has an intent of identifying knowledge gaps and opportunities for continuing education (ACICBL, 2011; Griffis et al, 2022; Price et al, 2018). Longitudinal assessments are shorter assessments administered repeatedly over a defined period of time on a broad range of topics determined by the needs of the profession, healthcare practitioners, or public (Giron et al, 2021). With immediate feedback and rationale for correct and incorrect answers, learning and retention are enhanced over spaced intervals of time (Giron et al, 2021).…”

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“…Longitudinal assessments are shorter assessments administered repeatedly over a defined period of time on a broad range of topics determined by the needs of the profession, healthcare practitioners, or public (Giron et al, 2021). With immediate feedback and rationale for correct and incorrect answers, learning and retention are enhanced over spaced intervals of time (Giron et al, 2021).…”

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Longitudinal Assessment to Evaluate Continued Certification and Lifelong Learning in Healthcare Professionals: A Scoping Review

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The balance of lifelong learning with assessment for continued certification is a challenge faced by healthcare professions. The value of single-point-in-time assessments has been questioned, and a shift to longitudinal assessments (LA) has been undertaken to assess lifelong learning over-time. This scoping review was conducted to inform healthcare certifying organizations who are considering LA as an assessment tool of competence and lifelong learning in healthcare professionals. A search of 6 databases and grey literature yielded 957 articles. After screening and removal of duplicates, 14 articles were included. Most articles were background studies informing the underpinnings of LA in the form of progress testing, pilot studies, and process of implementation. Progress testing is used in educational settings. Pilot studies reported satisfaction with LA’s ease of use, online format, and provision of lifelong learning. Implementation processes reveal that key aspects of success include stakeholder participation, phased rollout, and a publicly available content outline. Initial outcomes data affirm that LA addresses knowledge gaps, and results in improved performance on maintenance of certification exams. Future research is needed to substantiate validity evidence of LA and its correlation with high-stakes exam performance when assessing lifelong learning and continued competence of healthcare professionals over time.

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“… 16 In addition, several studies have identified that longitudinal assessment is more practical, applicable to clinical practice and can help identify knowledge gaps. 16 , 17 Assessments interspersed between learning activities have been shown to improve knowledge retention by strengthening memory associations between different concepts. Continuous learning and longitudinal assessment are already implemented in the MOC program, as physicians must complete educational activities throughout the year to achieve credits toward their CME.…”

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The Value of Board Recertification Among Physicians

Peri,

Eisenberg

2024

AMEP

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Longitudinal assessment: A strategy to improve continuing professional certification

Cited by 5 publications

References 9 publications

Factors Influencing Implementation of Family Witnessed Resuscitation Practice among Nurses Working in Medical-Surgical Units of Siaya County Referral Hospital, Kenya

Factors Influencing Implementation of Family Witnessed Resuscitation Practice among Nurses Working in Medical-Surgical Units of Siaya County Referral Hospital, Kenya

Longitudinal Assessment to Evaluate Continued Certification and Lifelong Learning in Healthcare Professionals: A Scoping Review

The Value of Board Recertification Among Physicians

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