Team- and task-related knowledge in shared mental models in operating room teams: A survey study

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The operating room is a highly complex environment, where patient care is delivered by interprofessional teams. Unfortunately, issues with communication and teamwork occur, potentially leading to patient harm. A shared mental model is one prerequisite to function effectively as a team, and consists of task- and team-related knowledge. We aimed to explore potential differences in task- and team-related knowledge between the different professions working in the operating room. The assessed team-related knowledge consisted of knowledge regarding other professions’ training and work activities, and of perceived traits of a high-performing and underperforming colleague. Task-related knowledge was assessed by mapping the perceived allocation of responsibilities for certain tas

SUBMITTER: Verhoeff T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10272475 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature